At Kuoni Tumlare Congress, we believe that sustainability is not just a trend but a responsibility we all share. As awareness of environmental and social impact grows, we are committed to supporting associations in integrating sustainable practices throughout the entire congress lifecycle. We're proud to help our clients transform their sustainability aspirations into tangible, measurable results.
Why a Sustainability Plan Matters
Congresses, especially large-scale ones, can have a significant environmental and social footprint.
A thoughtful sustainability plan ensures that every decision, from venue selection to catering, contributes to reducing that impact while enhancing attendee experience and strengthening brand reputation.
How We Help?
We work closely with our clients to build sustainability into the DNA of their congresses. Here's how:
Early Integration
Sustainability is most impactful when embedded at the planning stage. We align the event's strategy with frameworks such as the UN Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), ensuring long-term value, not just short-term success.
Practical Action Areas
From sourcing sustainable materials to partnering with green-certified vendors, we help develop action plans across critical areas including waste reduction, catering, transport, wellbeing, and carbon tracking.
Data-Driven Approach
Our team helps track environmental data — from attendee travel patterns to food waste — using it to inform future improvements and transparent reporting.
Stakeholder Engagement
Sustainability only works when everyone’s on board. We design creative ways to engage attendees, sponsors, and partners through initiatives such as sustainability contests, low-emission travel challenges, and volunteer opportunities.
Case in Point: DrupalCon Europe
At DrupalCon 2024, we supported a bold vision for sustainability that led to real impact:
- -24.3% reduction in carbon emissions
- -Near-zero event waste
- -Equitable access via travel and registration grants
- -Local sourcing and plant-based catering
- -Engaged community through travel and sponsor sustainability contests
This holistic approach proves that sustainable events are not only possible — they’re powerful.