Sustainability in Events Flashcards
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Which ISO standard specifically addresses sustainability in event management?
Answer: ISO 20121
ISO 20121 is the international standard specifically for sustainable event management systems.
A planner needs to communicate sustainability achievements to stakeholders after an event. Which document is MOST appropriate?
Answer: Post-event sustainability report with quantified metrics
A post-event sustainability report with quantified metrics (waste diverted, carbon offset, etc.) provides transparent, credible accountability to stakeholders.
Which of the following is an example of a 'scope 3' greenhouse gas emission in event planning?
Answer: Attendee air travel to the event
Scope 3 emissions are indirect emissions from sources not owned or controlled by the organizer, such as attendee travel.
An event manager wants to reduce single-use plastics. Which alternative is considered MOST sustainable for beverage service?
Answer: Bulk water stations with reusable cups or personal bottles
Bulk water stations eliminate single-use packaging entirely, which is more sustainable than substituting one disposable material for another.
What is the primary purpose of a 'waste audit' conducted at an event?
Answer: To measure the types and volumes of waste generated so diversion strategies can be improved
A waste audit quantifies waste streams by category, providing the data needed to improve recycling and composting diversion rates.
When selecting a destination for a large annual conference, which sustainability factor should be prioritized first?
Answer: Proximity to the majority of attendees to minimize travel emissions
Attendee travel is typically the largest source of event emissions, so selecting a destination central to the attendee base most significantly reduces environmental impact.
A planner is working with a supplier who claims their products are 'eco-friendly.' What is the BEST way to verify this claim?
Answer: Request third-party certifications such as Fair Trade, Rainforest Alliance, or Cradle to Cradle
Third-party certifications provide independent, verifiable proof of sustainability claims, reducing the risk of greenwashing.