A socially responsible event with impact

Easyfairs is committed to organising HortiContact in an environmentally friendly and socially responsible manner by:

  • Reducing our impact on the environment
  • Supporting our community in the transition to a sustainable economy
  • Promoting innovations
  • Embracing diversity and inclusivity, in all its dimensions

As part of the Easyfairs Group, we are members of the Net Zero Carbon Events pledge and are committed to being climate neutral by 2050 and halving our greenhouse gas emissions by 2030.

Our main initiatives:

Energy

The location implements energy-saving measures, generates sustainable energy via solar panels, and takes measures to conserve water.

Energy

  • We limit our energy consumption through strict control of lighting, heating and ventilation.
  • The event location and stands are equipped with LED lighting.

Production & waste

We implement a strict waste management and waste reduction plan and limit the use of plastic at our events.

Production & waste

  • We sort the waste from our events.
  • We use reusable carpet tiles at the event.
  • Our Smart Badge technology results in significant paper savings for our exhibitors.

Travel & Accomodation

We reduce travel emissions and select our accommodation recommendations based on sustainability criteria.

Travel & Accomodation

  • The location is equipped with charging stations for electric vehicles.
  • The location has parking facilities for bicycles.
  • We recommend carpooling.

Nutrition & Food Waste

We follow sustainable principles when purchasing food and are working to reduce food waste.

Nutrition & Food Waste

  • We vragen onze leveranciers om portiecontrole toe te passen op de cateringpunten om verspilling te verminderen
  • Vegetarische en veganistische opties zijn beschikbaar op de cateringpunten

Freight & Logistics

Our all-in stand model reduces transport emissions and waste, and we select our suppliers based on sustainability criteria.

Freight & Logistics

  • We apply sustainability criteria in contracts and requests for quotations.
  • We select our suppliers based on sustainable transport criteria.

Social responsibility

We strive for an inclusive team, equal opportunities for everyone, and sustainability in our event.

Social responsibility

  • Our knowledge programme covers topics related to sustainability
  • We offer a platform for start-ups to present their groundbreaking innovations

Exhibitor tips

Dear exhibitors: join our green team and take action for the future! As an exhibitor at HortiContact, you play an essential role in helping to create a sustainable event.

Below are some useful tips to make your participation more sustainable:

Choose a reusable all-in stand model from the organiser or design your own stand so that it can be reused several times. Work with your stand builder to make your stand as sustainable as possible! Avoid creating a disposable stand for a single event…

Create reusable signage (without dates) from recyclable materials and with environmentally friendly ink where possible.

Use LED lighting and other energy-efficient equipment for your stand and don’t forget to switch it off at the end of the day.

Try not to use carpet, and if you really need it, opt for reusable carpet tiles. If you do use carpet, make sure it is recyclable and that it is recycled.

Where possible, opt for public transport or carpool with your colleagues.

Choose a hotel within walking distance and/or with environmentally friendly standards.

Consolidate your shipments and preferably use transport and logistics companies with sustainable working methods.

Give preference to local suppliers to support the local economy and reduce transport.

Give preference to suppliers with sustainable and responsible principles.

Bring your own reusable water bottle to use our water fountains and help us reduce the use of disposable plastic.

If you serve food at your stand, please choose locally produced and plant-based options and avoid the use of disposable plastic.

Avoid food waste and only order the amount you need.

Take an active part in the various initiatives and discussions during the event that support the sustainable development of your sector.

Inspire visitors by showcasing the sustainable features of your products.

Visitor tips

Dear visitors: join our green team and take action for the future! We cannot do this alone! Help us make this event more sustainable!

Here is what you can do to help:
  • Where possible, walk, cycle or use public transport to get to the event. If you have to use your car, take a colleague or friend with you!
  • Bring your own reusable water bottle to use our water fountains and help us reduce the use of disposable plastic.
  • Please use our recycling bins for your waste.
  • Use your Smart Badge to obtain information from exhibitors instead of requesting a brochure.
  • Select a hotel within walking distance of the event and/or with environmentally friendly practices.

HortiContact makes impact

In addition to the commitment of the Easyfairs Group, we distinguish ourselves as an organiser with the following initiatives at the Empack trade fair:

  • Initiative 1
  • Initiative 2
  • Initiative 3
  • Initiative 4