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A top-notch responsible event: 5 tips for a party with sparkle!
Organising an event sometimes feels like juggling ping-pong balls on a unicycle, doesn't it? As a company certified B Corp and Ecovadis, at Comet we are convinced that organising events must rhyme with responsibility and respect for the environment. But when you want it to be both a success and a gift for our Earth, then it can get even more perilous! Whether you are preparing a seminar for brains in full boil, a team building to weld your crack teams together, or even an afterwork to unwind with a smile, eco-responsibility is the icing on the cake to shine bright while giving our planet a hug. At Comet, we care so much about it that we even moved heaven and earth for our Comet Meetings offer to land the ISO 20121 certification, the label of sustainable events!
So, how do we make sure your event has a kitten-sized footprint and leaves giant memories behind? Here are 5 golden tips to organise a responsible event: it is practical, it is fun, and zero stress guaranteed!
1. Choose a venue that is easy to reach and a friend of nature.
Imagine that the place where you organise your event is a bit like a rocket launch pad! Choosing a venue that is super well connected to public transport is one of the best ways to say "no thanks" to greenhouse gases. Fewer cars purring, more metros whizzing by, buses carrying us around and even bikes pedalling merrily, and there you go! The planet says thank you!
In Paris, there are a few gems like our Comet Meetings spaces, ideally located and therefore super simple to reach. On top of being as handy as a Swiss army knife, these venues are designed for a responsible organisation with state-of-the-art equipment. Choosing a place that avoids car traffic jams is already a big step towards an all-green event!
2. Farewell paper that flies away, hello digital that dazzles!
Honestly, who has never felt buried under a mountain of flyers, brochures and papers of all kinds during an event? The impact of all that on our forests is not great, not great at all. The genius solution? Digital, of course! Email invitations that land straight in the inbox, online programmes you check on your phone, and even apps designed especially for the event. Not only do you give the planet a wink, but on top of that, you make your guests' lives easier!
No more lugging kilos of brochures around! An electronic version on the smartphone, and the job is done! The little bonus? It lightens your printing costs and makes managing your event super fast! Do think all the same about how useful all this really is, because digital has a footprint too…
3. Long live reusable with class!
One of the secrets of a responsible event is to bet on objects that have a long life ahead of them. For example, instead of those sad little glasses that end up in
the bin, go for super stylish reusable cups! Renting equipment instead of buying stuff you will only use once is also a brilliant idea!
For a team building that steps out of the ordinary, why not organise a creative workshop around recycling or an activity out in nature that respects the environment? There are plenty of options that give meaning to your event while making your guests aware of the need to take care of our beautiful planet.
4. Your waste, you manage it like a pro!
A successful event also means well-managed waste! For a top-notch responsible event, an efficient sorting system is essential. The thing to remember? Use recyclable products and set up clearly visible bins suited to each type of waste. Your guests will then be able to play the sorting pros without even realising it!
If you are organising a seminar in Paris or an afterwork with colleagues, choose venues that offer practical solutions for recycling and waste management. It is even better when it is a core value of the place, as in our spaces. With that, your event will be as environmentally friendly as possible, and your ecological impact will be tiny tiny
5. Your guests, you bring them on board: that is the secret!
A responsible event is also a great opportunity to get messages across! The more you involve your guests in the process, the more they will remember it. Before D-day, explain to them your actions for the planet: the choice of venue, the reduction of waste, and so on. During the event, remind them of the simple habits to adopt, like using the reusable cups, sorting their waste or avoiding wasting food.
Activities and games on the theme of sustainable development are also a great idea to make the event interactive while informing your participants in a fun way. After all, every little gesture counts and, who knows, your guests may well leave with the urge to organise their own responsible events!
The responsible event: it is now or never!
Organising a responsible event is now easier than saying "phew"! All it takes is a few adjustments and choosing sustainable solutions for every detail of your event. Choosing a venue that is easy to reach, saying goodbye to paper, trusting responsible partners, managing the waste and involving your guests: those are the magic ingredients for a successful event that takes care of our planet and puts a smile on everyone's face!
At Comet, as a company certified B Corp and Ecovadis, we take great care of the planet and respect the rules of the ISO 20121 standard. We guarantee you responsible management at every stage of your event. So, ready to organise a memorable event that does our Earth good and delights your guests? We are here to help you make that dream a reality!
