Sustainability: A new survey by ICC Sydney

25.07.2024

A new survey by International Convention Centre Sydney (ICC Sydney), managed by ASM Global, delivers remarkable results.

It reveals eighty-six per cent of United Kingdom and European-based event organisers that book venues internationally consider sustainability to be integral to running events.

Geoff Donaghy, ICC Sydney CEO and group director – Convention Centres, ASM Global, said this was another proof point to underpin the relevance of the venue team’s focus on delivering sustainable events with its best practice approach to corporate social responsibility.

“This client survey builds on the results from our visitor survey released in February - with both revealing the high demand to enhance delegate and attendee experiences with an integrated approach to sustainability, diversity, and inclusion,” Donaghy said.

Significantly, eighty-eight per cent of respondents believe that sustainability, encompassing social impact and equality, is paramount in events practices. This sentiment resonates strongly within an industry increasingly focused on reducing waste, minimising carbon footprints, and promoting ethical practices.

Key findings:

· 86% of respondents that book venues internationally consider sustainability to be integral to running an event.
· 88% of respondents affirm that integrating sustainability, diversity, and inclusion enhances delegate and attendee
   experiences.
· 83% emphasise the critical role of accessibility in event planning.
· 42% consider sustainability commitments as highly influential in their venue selection process.
· More than a third (37%) of respondents advocate for clearer sustainability signage and communication, 28% endorse
   inclusion in promotional materials, and 16% prioritise social media campaigns.
   ICC Sydney’s approach to improving community engagement, environmental sustainability and economic development
   supports clients as both strive for a net zero future.