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We are asking you to complete this survey and play your part in shaping future direction of sustainability within the events industry. In collaboration with Manchester Central, our ambition is to delve into this insight to help pave the way for the industry, showcase the strides we’ve already made and collectively understand what more there is still to do.

There is no doubt that sustainability is a concept the world must embrace, but it’s important to take it much wider than environmental matters. It’s about creating businesses with sustainable models which give back, help society improve, create sustainable jobs and so much more. In the context of the events industry, it’s about providing a platform for legacy.

Our sector is worth a whopping £84bn to the UK’s economy. As we kickstart another year, now is a pertinent time to reflect and dig deeper into what the events sector is doing well and what more can be done. It’s an opportunity for us to take a temperature check and measure our sustainable impact.

This is an anonymous survey, and your personal information will not be shared.

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* 1. What is your business' primary function?

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* 2. What actions have you taken as an individual to become more sustainable? (Tick all that apply)

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* 3. Are there any further changes you would like to make, personally, to reduce your own carbon footprint?

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* 4. Do you feel the events industry is currently doing enough to become more sustainable?

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* 5. Do you feel that the events industry is effectively prioritising sustainability?

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* 6. Why is this?

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* 7. Have you ever received any training opportunities around sustainability through your organisation?

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* 8. In your opinion, is your organisation sustainable?

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* 9. What % of your organisations annual budget is dedicated to sustainability?

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* 10. Does your organisation have a sustainability policy?

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* 11. If yes, how long has this been in place?

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* 12. Is this policy reviewed periodically?

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* 13. Does your organisation have a waste management policy?

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* 14. Does your organisation have a dedicated sustainability employee/champion?

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* 15. In your opinion, in your organisation, what has the biggest impact on your carbon footprint?

Please put in order of contribution from largest to smallest:
  • Travel
  • General waste
  • Energy usage
  • Food and water waste
  • Plastic waste

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* 16. What do you consider to be the 3 main sustainability challenges facing your organisation right now?

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* 17. What is your single most immediate priority for change in your organisation?

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* 18. What do you consider to be the 3 main sustainability challenges across our industry right now?

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* 19. To avoid greenwashing, does your organisation audit environmental claims made by companies that you work with?

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* 20. If yes, how?

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* 21. Does your organisation educate and train its employees around sustainability and environmental awareness?

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* 22. If yes, how?

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* 23. Is sustainability a priority within your procurement process, to ensure your supply chain is as sustainable as possible?

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* 24. If yes, how do you measure this?

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* 25. Who do you believe is responsible for protecting our environment and future?

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* 26. Do you think implementing sustainable practice is cost prohibitive?

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* 27. How does your organisation engage with the local community to promote sustainability? For example, initiatives such as charity donations/work, apprenticeship schemes, relationships with local colleges/universities. Please detail.

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* 28. Legislation – do you believe the government should introduce more legislation for companies to follow, to ensure more sustainable practices?

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* 29. What companies/brands/other sectors are you aware of that do sustainability well, and why?

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* 30. Should organisations commit a % of their budget to sustainability improvement?

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* 31. If you agree, what % do you believe is sufficient?

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* 32. Has your organisation signed a pledge to commit to being net zero?

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* 33. If yes, when has the pledge been set for?

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* 34. Please give us at least one example of something your organisation has done well in terms of sustainability. For example, collaboration with a stakeholder to ensure a greener event by offering more plant-based options, reducing energy consumption, ensuring a greener supply chain. Please detail.

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* 35. When choosing your venue, what are your top 3 most important sustainability considerations?

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* 36. In your opinion, how can event delegates/visitors be more sustainable when attending an in-person event? (Choose 3)

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* 37. In your opinion, how can exhibitors be more sustainable when exhibiting at a venue?

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* 38. Does sustainability heavily affect your venue choice?

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* 39. Has sustainability become more important to you in recent years?

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* 40. Do you expect sustainability to become a bigger part of your future decision making process?

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* 41. Is there a need for an official certification recognised by government for greener venues/events?

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* 42. In your opinion, what can venues do better to support more sustainable events? Please detail.

 
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