Creating impactful, socially and environmentally responsible events

Together, we aim to:
  • reduce our environmental footprint
  • support communities in their transition to a sustainable economy
  • promote innovation
  • embrace diversity and inclusion in all its dimensions

As part of the Easyfairs Group, we are members of the Net Zero Carbon Events pledge and commit to being net zero by 2050 and to halve our greenhouse gas emissions by 2030.

What you can do as a visitor
What you can do as an exhibitor

THE 6 MAIN INITIATIVES

to achieve these objectives:

1.

Production & waste

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We use all-in stands when possible

We have implemented a strict waste management and waste reduction plan

  • We sort all waste
    • We put sorting bins at strategic locations
    • We provide exhibitors with waste kits
  • We are committed to reducing plastic and paper waste
    • We use recyclable plastic for our production needs
    • We favor digital communications and provide digital signage whenever possible
    • We reuse printed banners, flags, and signs for future editions of FACTS
  • We use eco-friendly cleaning products
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2.

Energy

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We use renewable energy

  • The solar panels at the roof of Flanders Expo provide FACTS with green energy

We implement energy conservation measures

  • Flanders Expo is equipped with LED lighting, as well as our all-in stands
  • We limit our energy consumption by not only strictly controlling the heating, but also the lighting and HVAC levels during the buildup and dismantling of FACTS
    • We turn off electricity at night
    • We limit the temperature to 18°C

We take measures to save water

  • The toilets at Flanders Expo have eco-friendly taps
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3.

Travel & accommodation

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We’re aiming to reduce travel emissions

  • Flanders Expo has electric vehicle charging stations
  • We encourage visitors to come to FACTS on foot, by bicycle, or by public transport
    • Trams from the city center of Ghent stop at Flanders Expo
  • We encourage visitors and exhibitors to carpool to FACTS
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We use all-in stands when possible
We have implemented a strict waste management and waste reduction plan
  • We sort all waste
    • We put sorting bins at strategic locations
    • We provide exhibitors with waste kits
  • We are committed to reducing plastic and paper waste
    • We use recyclable plastic for our production needs
    • We favor digital communications and provide digital signage whenever possible
    • We reuse printed banners, flags, and signs for future editions of FACTS
  • We use eco-friendly cleaning products
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    We use renewable energy
    • The solar panels at the roof of Flanders Expo provide FACTS with green energy
    We implement energy conservation measures
    • Flanders Expo is equipped with LED lighting, as well as our all-in stands
    • We limit our energy consumption by not only strictly controlling the heating, but also the lighting and HVAC levels during the buildup and dismantling of FACTS
      • We turn off electricity at night
      • We limit the temperature to 18°C
    We take measures to save water
  • The toilets at Flanders Expo have eco-friendly taps
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    We’re aiming to reduce travel emissions
  • Flanders Expo has electric vehicle charging stations
  • We encourage visitors to come to FACTS on foot, by bicycle, or by public transport
    • Trams from the city center of Ghent stop at Flanders Expo
  • We encourage visitors and exhibitors to carpool to FACTS
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    4.

    Freight & logistics

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    We apply sustainability criteria when selecting our suppliers

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    5.

    Food & food waste

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    We apply sustainable food sourcing principles at our catering points

    • We request our catering partners to: source local food, serve sustainably farmed or caught seafood, and offer fair trade or organic tea and coffee
    • We provide vegetarian and vegan options at all catering points

    We are working to reduce food waste

    • We apply portion control
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    6.

    We apply sustainability criteria when selecting our suppliers

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    We apply sustainable food sourcing principles at our catering points
    • We request our catering partners to: source local food, serve sustainably farmed or caught seafood, and offer fair trade or organic tea and coffee
    • We provide vegetarian and vegan options at all catering points
    We are working to reduce food waste
    • We apply portion control
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    VISITOR?

    Here’s what you can do:

    You can contribute to making FACTS a sustainable event!

    • Come on foot, by bike, or by public transport to FACTS. If you still choose to drive, share a ride with your colleagues and/or friends!
    • Dispose of your waste in the correct sorting bin.
    • Stay in an (eco)hotel within walking distance or come to FACTS from the city center using public transport.

    EXHIBITOR?

    Here’s what you can do:

    As an exhibitor, you play a significant role in the creation of a sustainable edition of FACTS.

    • Choose a reusable all-in stand from Easyfairs or design your own stand that you can reuse.
    • Install LED lighting in your stand.
    • Use reusable panels (e.g., without a date) made from recyclable materials, and if possible, with environmentally friendly ink.
    • Try to use as much recyclable flooring as possible.
    • Giving a gift to visitors? Consider whether the gift is useful and will be effectively used.
    • Recycle by using our sorting bins.
    • Use public transport or carpool with your colleagues if possible.
    • Stay in a (eco)hotel within walking distance or overnight in the city center and come to the event using public transportation.
    • Choose sustainable and local transport and logistics companies, as well as suppliers.
    • Avoid single-use plastics.
    • Inspire visitors by introducing them to your sustainable practices and/or products.