Sustainability at IMEX Frankfurt
The creation of a sustainable event needs the support of everyone involved—our team, partners and all of our participants. At IMEX, we're committed to making our events more sustainable and to reducing our global impact.
What makes IMEX Frankfurt a sustainable event?
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of food served at IMEX-operated outlets was meat free
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space-only booths evaluated as part of Better Stands initiative
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Clean the World hygiene kits assembled on site by attendees
Our sustainability goals:
- Reduce our carbon emissions by 20% by 2030
- Drive circularity in exhibitor participation
- Strengthen leadership alignment on sustainability
- Support profitability through sustainability-related opportunities
With thanks to our sustainability consultants, isla
Exhibiting sustainably
We’ve devised some easy actions you can take to both reduce your exhibiting impact and to support the local Frankfurt community.
Get your Event Carbon Measurement Bundle
If you want to make real progress on event sustainability, understanding your event’s carbon footprint is where it starts.
That’s why we've partnered with TRACE by @isla to launch a NEW Event Carbon Measurement Bundle, designed to help you move from broad sustainability goals to clear, credible action.
Sign up today to access the starter pack and checklist, and be first to know when masterclass registration opens.
Our EDI goals
- Create a diverse and inclusive culture at IMEX
- Run inclusive and accessible shows that promote, celebrate and share knowledge on EDI
- Promote inclusion and celebrate diversity through all our communication channels
How we celebrate and champion equity, diversity and inclusion
Our team is focused on cultivating speaker diversity and welcomes speakers from underrepresented groups with a wide range of experiences and perspectives. We encourage our team to wear pronoun badges to create an open and inclusive environment.
The Neu Project
We're proud supporters of The Neu Project—a community advocating for safe, reflective events and environments that allow everyone to thrive.
Our EDI initiatives case study
Read our case study from IMEX Frankfurt for more on the EDI initiatives at our shows.
Giving back
Supporting the local community and our industry colleagues. We proudly support a range of industry charities as well as local charities in Frankfurt and beyond.
ShoutOutLoud
ShoutOutLoud is a German non-profit organization committed to environmental protection, sustainability and cultural exchange—with a focus on fighting food waste.
Stiftung Waisenhaus Orphanage
Stiftung Waisenhaus Orphanage supports young people who grow up without parental support, offering young people the space to develop interpersonal skills and improve their futures.
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