We make our trade fairs effective and responsible events for our community.
Easyfairs is committed to organizing the fair in an environmentally friendly and socially responsible manner:
- Reducing our environmental impact
- Supporting our communities/cities in their transition to a sustainable economy
- Promotion of innovations
- Promoting diversity and integration in all its dimensions
Our sustainability measures may vary depending on the trade fair event and location!
As part of the Easyfairs Group, we are a member of the Net Zero Carbon Events Pledge and are committed to being Net Zero by 2050 and halving our greenhouse gas emissions by 2030.
Our most important initiatives
Visitors to SOLIDS can take advantage of the shuttle service connecting Parma train station with the Fiere di Parma exhibition center.
The first shuttle departs from the station at 7:30 AM, with the last shuttle leaving the exhibition center at 6:48 PM. The service runs every 30 minutes. You can download the route and schedule of the bus below.
The ticket costs €1.70 per ride.
- More than 50% of total stand surface is occupied by all-in reusable stands
- Easyfairs stands and organiser spaces are Zero to landfill
- There is no printed event guide on this event
- There are no single-use plastic bottle on any Easyfairs-controlled catering points
- Signage is digital or made of eco-friendly/recyclable material
- All Easyfairs-controlled catering points and events offer vegetarian and vegan options
- No red meat is served at this event
- Sustainability is embedded in the event’s content programme with more than 10% of the content dedicated to support the sustainable development and the transition to Net zero of the sector
- The event is partnering with a non profit initiative
- We foster innovation through our innovation gallery/awards/trail…
- We support start-ups through our dedicated start-up zone/stage…
- The event team runs a pre-event H&S meeting with the venue and runs H&S pre-opening briefing with the team
- The event team is completing the present ESG Event Tracking form objectively and submitting it within 2 months of the event
Tips for exhibitors
Dear exhibitors: Become part of our green team and act for the future!
When you exhibit at the fair, you play an important role in shaping a sustainable event. Here are some practical tips on how you can make your participation more sustainable:
If possible, choose public transportation or carpool with your colleagues.
Choose a hotel that is within walking distance and/or uses environmentally friendly practices.
Consolidate your shipments and preferably use transport and logistics companies that use sustainable methods.
Give preference to local suppliers in order to support the local economy and reduce transportation routes.
Give preference to suppliers who meet ecological and social criteria.
Bring your own reusable water bottle to use our water dispensers and help us reduce the use of single-use plastic.
When serving food at your stand, preferably choose local and plant-based products and avoid using single-use plastic.
Avoid wasting food and only order the amount you need.
Take an active part in the many initiatives and discussions during the event that will support the sustainable development of your sector.
Inspire visitors by showcasing the sustainable features of your products.
Tips for visitors
Dear visitors: Become part of our green team and act for the future! We can’t do it alone! Help us to make this event more sustainable! This is how you can support us:
- Whenever possible, walk, cycle or use public transportation to get to the event.
- Use our recycling bins for your waste.
- Use your Smart Badge to get information about the exhibitors instead of asking for a brochure.
- Choose a hotel that is within walking distance of the event and/or uses environmentally friendly practices.
- Take part in the numerous sustainability talks and guided tours taking place during the event!
