Welding Week: socially responsible event

Our mission is to make Welding Week an impactful & socially responsible event for our community. Easyfairs is committed to organizing Welding Week 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 inclusion, in all its dimensions

As part of the Easyfairs Group, we are a member of the Net Zero Carbon Events pledge and commit to being climate neutral by 2050 and to having halved our greenhouse gas emissions by 2030.

Our main initiatives:

Energy

The location takes energy-saving measures, generates sustainable energy through solar panels and takes measures to save 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.

Travel and accommodation

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

Travel and accommodation

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

Freight and logistics

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

Freight and logistics

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

Production and waste

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

Production and waste

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

Nutrition and food waste

We apply sustainable principles for food purchasing at our catering points and work to reduce food waste.

Nutrition and food waste

We ask our suppliers to apply portion control at the catering points to reduce waste. Vegetarian and vegan options are available at the catering points.

Social responsibility

We strive to be an inclusive team, embrace diversity with equal opportunities for all and put sustainability at the heart of our event.

Social responsibility

Our knowledge program 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 Welding Week, you play an essential role in helping to create a sustainable event. Below are some useful tips to make your participation more sustainable:

Stand Design & Waste

Choose a reusable all-in stand model from the organizer or design your own stand so that it can be reused multiple 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 (undated) from recyclable materials and with eco-friendly ink if possible.

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

Try not to use carpet, and if you really need it, preferably choose reusable carpet tiles. If you use regular carpet, ensure that it is recyclable and that it is recycled.

Whenever possible, choose public transport or carpool with your colleagues.

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

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

Prefer local suppliers to support the local economy and reduce transport.

Prefer suppliers with sustainable and responsible principles.

Bring your own reusable water bottle to use our water fountains and help us reduce the use of single-use plastics.

If you serve food at your stand, preferably choose locally produced and plant-based options and avoid the use of single-use plastics.

Avoid food waste and order only the required quantity.

Actively participate 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! To give you a good head start in the right direction, we have the following step-by-step plan for you:

Step 1: Travel sustainably to the trade fair!

What can you do before your trade fair visit?

Traveling sustainably to the trade fair

  • Come on foot, by bike, or by public transport. Do you have to come by car? Carpool with colleagues or friends!
  • Spare a seat? Offer a lift via our carpool page.
  • Bring your reusable water bottle for the journey and at the trade fair.
  • Staying overnight? Book a hotel nearby or one with a sustainable approach.

Step 2: Be mindful on the exhibition floor!

You have arrived at the trade fair; what should you look out for now?

Conscious on the exhibition floor

  • Use the recycling bins and contribute to a clean event.
  • Do not ask for brochures, but simply scan information with your Smart Badge!
  • Save your notes and information digitally.
  • Think about whether you really need giveaways, especially if they are not sustainable.
  • Share your contact details via digital business cards or apps – convenient and eco-friendly.

Step 3: Stay sustainable after the trade show!

Have you been consciously being sustainable all day? Try to keep it up!

Stay sustainable after the trade fair

  • Actually use your exhibition materials and prevent them from ending up in the trash.
  • Dispose of brochures and flyers properly in the paper bin.
  • Did you see sustainable initiatives? Share them with your colleagues and network to inspire others as well!