England is leading the way in ensuring events held here are truly sustainable.

Many of England's leading conference and events facilities have incorporated the latest "green technology", source local food and have teams based within the venue that specifically help event planners to achieve the highest sustainability standards.

Local food

English venues are increasingly using local food and drink produce. And why not? England has some of the most delicious food to be found anywhere in the world.

What's more you could incorporate activities to let your delegates find out more about English food and drink. Try a brewery tour to sample England's superb ales, a cookery course, visit one of the many local food festivals or tea blending followed by afternoon tea in the traditional English style. For more information about food and drink click here.


Sustainability standards

BS 8901 is the British Standard which has been developed specifically for the events industry with a purpose of helping the industry to operate in a more sustainable manner. The standard defines the requirements for a sustainable event management system to ensure an enduring and balanced approach to economic activity, environmental responsibility and social progress. For more information click here.


UK Government department DEFRA have also produced a booklet entitled Sustainable Events guide which can be viewed here.


If you would like to find out more about 'Green' Accreditation schemes and sustainability activities in England please click here.


The Green Tourism Business Scheme (GTBS) awards venues that make the effort to reduce their environmental impact. The venues are graded on how well energy efficiency, waste minimisation and recycling, use of local produce, and support of public transport criteria is achieved. Click here to find a venue with the Green Tourism Business Scheme award. 

For suggestions and options available to make your journey and stay more sustainable, please visit www.enjoyengland.com.