[Northeast Meetings + Events] A Sustainable Touch

Pennsylvania Convention Center holds several green certifications. Courtesy of Pennsylvania Convention Center

The event planning industry had been hearing about climate change before 2020. While some clients are more open to sustainable options than others, meeting planners, conference center leaders, and hotel and resort staff are increasingly incorporating sustainability into their businesses. So even when the clients don’t prioritize environmental responsibility, event planners can help.

“I was in a business [that does harm] to the environment. It is never too late to start caring about the planet,” says professor Eleni Granas, clinical assistant professor of Boston University School of Hospitality Administration. When the COVID-19 pandemic forced dramatic decreases in travel, the air quality improved. It caused her to seriously consider the role meetings and events play in climate change.

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