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    Netzwerk Green Events Hamburg

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    Green Events Hamburg has been organizing sustainable events in Hamburg since 2015. As a network, it promotes ecological and social responsibility through consultations, the guide "Zukunft Veranstalten," and the Green Events seal. It supports the implementation of the UN Sustainable Development Goals.

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    Green Events Hamburg: Designing Sustainable Events

    Green Events Hamburg is an open and participatory network that has been committed to implementing sustainable events in Hamburg since 2015. As a project of the non-profit Grüne Wirtschaftsrats e.V., the network works closely with the environmental authority, the economy, the administration, politics, and civil society.

    Key Products and Services

    • Guide "Future Event Management": A comprehensive guide that offers practical tips and examples for organizing sustainable events. It covers ten action areas, from catering and waste management to mobility and inclusion[1][2][3].
    • Consultations: Green Events Hamburg offers free consultations for event organizers to develop and implement individual sustainability strategies. These consultations include stakeholder and materiality analyses as well as the creation of action plans[1][2].
    • Green Events Seal: A voluntary certification program that certifies events in three levels (Basic, Medium, Premium) while promoting comprehensive sustainability management. The seal supports the evaluation and documentation of sustainability measures[4].
    • Action Database and GEHH Blog: An online database with case studies, industry-relevant service providers, and further information, as well as a blog with articles on eco and climate-related metrics and practical tips for sustainable events[2][3].

    Mission and Values

    The main mission of Green Events Hamburg is to design public and private events sustainably while supporting the 17 Sustainable Development Goals of the United Nations (SDGs). The network advocates for an ecologically and socially responsible event industry and promotes awareness and participation of all stakeholders[1][2][3].

    Sustainability Goals and Initiatives

    Green Events Hamburg focuses on several key sustainability areas:

    • Mobility: Optimizing visitor travel through climate-friendly transportation and concepts.
    • Catering: Promoting regional and climate-friendly foods as well as vegetarian and vegan options.
    • Waste Management: Reducing and avoiding waste through efficient disposal concepts.
    • Energy and Resources: Using green electricity and energy-efficient devices.
    • Inclusion and Social Participation: Ensuring accessibility and participation for various population groups[1][2][3].

    Through regular self-hosted events, lectures, and educational work, as well as the establishment of partnership projects, Green Events Hamburg continuously activates and expands its network and advocates for a sustainable society. The network has already supported numerous successful events in Hamburg, including the Futur 2 Festival and the altonale, and is constantly working on the further development and improvement of sustainability measures in the event industry.

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