Want to make your event stand out from the crowd? How about using the great ‘green' programs we have here at the U of C? They are here already; you just have to use them! People are looking for actions that reduce the environmental impact of events and, not only are they receptive to such changes, but are excited to participate in a cutting edge event.
Save money. Set an example. Make it memorable and different. Make it green.
How to use the Green Events Guide
- The guide is designed to be tailored to your event. Please review the Checklist and choose the best actions for your green event.
- Links take you from the Checklist to quick, easy, U of C-specific ways to implement your chosen actions.
- For events that are waste free email the Office of Sustainability for promotional pull up banners and table top displays.
- Get the credit! After your green event, complete the online Green Events Submission Form for recognition on our website and a digital certificate of your green achievements.
- You can use the following resources when planning your green event.
Resources
- U of C Green Events Checklist
- U of C Green Events How-to Guide for communications and promotion, food and beverage, waste disposal, transportation and energy conservation, and budget.
- For events that are waste free email the Office of Sustainability for promotional pull up banners and table top displays.
- U of C Green Events Downloadable Checklist
- U of C Green Events Downloadable Checklist and Guide (if you prefer Word to an online version)
- U of C Green Events Submission Form for recognition in the Hall of Fame.
- U of C Green Events Hall of Fame
The U of C Green Events Guide was created by the Office of Sustainability
Ellen Lohka, Summer Project Grant Awardee
Jo Wright, Sustainability Coordinator
And special thanks to all of the contributors to the Guide:
Lauren Rooney, ISEEESA
Zina Kwan, Social Action Board
Heather McCormick, External Relations
Jill Blackie, Hotel and Conference Services
Jan Morel, University Food Services
Jeannette Mandrusiac and Joey Brocke, Students Union
John Flegg and Joan Cuevas, MacEwan Conference and Events
Doug Wilson, Mike Kassam and Colleen Ramsay, Facilities Management
Wendy Watson and Susan Austen, Parking Services
Steve Beauchamp and Dan Penton, Imagine Printing Services
Cathy Williams, Development Office
Laryssa Warne, Bullfrog Power
U of C Com/Media Events
Karen Salvini, University of California at Berkeley
University of Florida Office of Sustainability
Bridging the Gap
Keep Kansas City Beautiful