Sustainability
How the Conferences and Events Team are working with the University of Kent on their commitment to sustainability.
As part of the University of Kent, we are focused on addressing the climate and ecological emergency and minimising the impact our business may have on the environment.
The university operates an Environmental Management System certified to ISO 14001.
We're delighted to have achieved a Silver Award, recognising our commitment to sustainability.
We'll continue to work with the sustainability team to apply assessment recommendations and are aiming for the Gold level certification.
We have established robust policies and procedures to minimise waste, carbon emissions, and transport-related impacts, ensuring sustainability is embedded in our procurement process. The main objectives and commitments can be found below.
By proactively working with the University to monitor consumption, reduce waste, improve energy and water efficiency and optimise use of IT and AV equipment we will reduce carbon emissions in line with the University’s targets.
Through a mix of certified and in-house training, ensure our staff are equipped with knowledge and skills to consider sustainability throughout the Conferences and Events department.
Enable and encourage our customers who wish to reduce their impact and deliver sustainable conferences and ensure that sustainability messaging is effectively communicated to conference and event guests.
To work with the University to ensure that our buildings and spaces are operated efficiently, identifying opportunities for improvement.
Ensure delegates and guests have access to facilities and information to segregate waste and work internally to minimise water from our catering operations and from the running of conferencing and events.
Incorporate sustainability into procurement, considering carbon emissions, impact on biodiversity, transport and ethical supply chains.
Encourage and provide resources for delegates and guests to explore the campus's green spaces enhancing health and wellbeing.
Reduce the impacts of transport and travel and encourage sustainable alternatives for travel activities including commuting, fleet management, business travel and deliveries. EV Charging is available nearby.
Deliver on our catering department’s sustainable food plan, to ensure sustainability in the processes by which our food and drink is sourced, procured, served, and disposed of.
Kent Conferencing and Events is on a journey to become more sustainable and to help others on their journey. We have already achieved a great deal and we plan to implement even more initiatives over the next 12 months to help meet our aims.
Contact our team today and work with them to make your event as sustainable as possible.
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