Executive Summary
The Global Tourism Forum – World Travel Week 2025 (GTF-WTW), organized by the World Tourism Forum Institute (WTFI) in partnership with MCI Benelux SA and Square Brussels, is committed to hosting a sustainable and responsible event.
Holistic & Actionable Policy on Sustainability in Tourism at GTF 2025: The GTF Annual Meeting Brussels 2025 serves as a dynamic policy platform for sustainability, integrating actionable sustainability indicators. It ensures that all participating stakeholders actively engage in and contribute to a truly sustainable landscape, driving positive environmental, social, and economic impact.
Key Sustainability Commitments
✅ Eco-Friendly Venue & Operations – Selecting a sustainable venue, optimizing energy efficiency, minimizing waste, and ensuring accessibility.
✅ Sustainable Travel & Carbon Offsetting – Encouraging public transport, carpooling, and virtual participation while offering carbon offset programs.
✅ Exhibitor & Sponsor Guidelines – Implementing sustainable booth designs, eco-conscious sponsorships, and recognizing outstanding sustainability efforts.
✅ Community Engagement & Education – Partnering with local businesses, raising awareness of responsible tourism, and providing sustainability training.
✅ Monitoring & Accountability – Establishing a dedicated Sustainability Committee, appointing a Sustainability Coordinator, and publishing a post-event sustainability report to track progress and ensure continuous improvement.
Through these initiatives, GTF-WTW 2025 aims to set a benchmark for sustainable event management in the global tourism industry, fostering long-term positive impacts for both the environment and host communities.
Author: Hanni Tran – Founder & CEO GapEdu; Chief Sustainability Officer – World Tourism Forum Institute
Sustainability Policy: Global Tourism Forum – World Travel Week (October 20-21, 2025)
World Tourism Forum Institute (WTFI) is committed to organizing the Global Tourism Forum – World TravelWeek in a sustainable and responsible manner. We recognize the significant impact that events can have on the environment, local communities, and the global tourism industry. Therefore, we are dedicated to minimizing negative impacts and maximizing positive contributions throughout all stages of the event.
This policy outlines our commitment to sustainability and the specific actions we will take to ensure a responsible and impactful event.
(Sustainability Policy in Event Sector)
1. Guiding Principles:
- Minimize Environmental Impact: Reducing our carbon footprint, conserving resources, and minimizing waste generation.
- Support Local Communities: Contributing to the economic and social well-being of the host community.
- Promote Responsible Tourism: Encouraging sustainable practices among exhibitors, attendees, and partners.
- Transparency and Accountability: Communicating our sustainability efforts and tracking our progress.
- Continuous Improvement: Regularly reviewing and updating our sustainability policy and practices.
2. Key Areas of Focus & Actionable Items:
2.1. Venue & Operations:
- Sustainable Venue Selection: Prioritize venues with recognized sustainability certifications (e.g., LEED, Green Key) or demonstrated commitment to environmental management.
- Action: Conduct a sustainability assessment of potential venues, considering energy efficiency, water conservation, waste management practices, and accessibility by public transport.
- Energy Efficiency: Reduce energy consumption throughout the event.
- Action: Utilize energy-efficient lighting (LEDs), optimize heating and cooling systems, and encourage exhibitors to use energy-efficient displays.
- Water Conservation: Minimize water usage.
- Action: Install water-efficient fixtures, monitor water consumption, and promote water conservation messages to attendees.
- Waste Management: Implement a comprehensive waste reduction, reuse, and recycling program.
- Action: Provide clearly marked recycling bins throughout the venue, partner with a local recycling company, minimize the use of single-use plastics, and encourage exhibitors to minimize waste in their booths.
- Sustainable Catering: Offer locally sourced, seasonal, and vegetarian/vegan food options.
- Action: Partner with caterers committed to sustainable sourcing, reduce food waste through accurate ordering and portion control, and compost food scraps where possible.
- Sustainable Procurement: Prioritize suppliers with strong environmental and social responsibility credentials.
- Action: Establish a sustainable procurement policy that favors suppliers with environmental certifications, fair labor practices, and local sourcing.
- Accessibility: Ensure the event is accessible to people with disabilities.
- Action: Comply with accessibility standards, provide accessible transportation options, and offer assistance to attendees with disabilities.
2.2. Transportation & Travel:
- Promote Sustainable Transportation: Encourage attendees to use public transport, walking, cycling, or carpooling.
- Action: Provide information on public transport options, offer discounts for public transport users, organize bike-sharing programs, and encourage carpooling through a dedicated platform.
- Offset Carbon Emissions: Offer attendees the option to offset their travel emissions through a reputable carbon offsetting program.
- Action: Partner with a certified carbon offsetting provider and promote the program to attendees during registration and on-site.
- Encourage Virtual Participation: Offer virtual participation options for attendees who are unable to travel.
- Action: Provide high-quality live streaming, interactive online platforms, and virtual networking opportunities.
2.3. Exhibitors & Sponsors:
- Sustainable Exhibition Guidelines: Provide exhibitors with guidelines on sustainable booth design and operation.
- Action: Encourage the use of reusable and recyclable materials, minimize waste generation, and promote energy-efficient displays.
- Sustainable Sponsorship Opportunities: Offer sponsors opportunities to align with sustainability initiatives.
- Action: Develop sponsorship packages that support environmental conservation, community development, or sustainable tourism projects.
- Recognition of Sustainable Exhibitors: Award prizes or recognition to exhibitors who demonstrate outstanding sustainability practices.
- Action: Establish a judging panel to evaluate exhibitors based on their sustainability efforts and award prizes in various categories.
2.4. Communication & Engagement:
- Promote Sustainability Initiatives: Communicate our sustainability efforts to attendees, exhibitors, sponsors, and the public.
- Action: Include information on our sustainability policy on the event website, in promotional materials, and on-site signage.
- Educate Attendees: Provide information on sustainable tourism practices and encourage attendees to adopt responsible travel habits.
- Action: Organize workshops, seminars, and presentations on sustainable tourism topics.
- Engage Local Communities: Involve local communities in the event and support local businesses.
- Action: Partner with local organizations, source products and services from local suppliers, and provide opportunities for community members to participate in the event.
- Post-Event Report: Publish a post-event report summarizing our sustainability performance and identifying areas for improvement.
- Action: Collect data on energy consumption, waste generation, water usage, and other relevant metrics to track our progress.
3. Implementation & Monitoring:
- Sustainability Coordinator: Appoint a dedicated Sustainability Coordinator to oversee the implementation of this policy.
- Sustainability Committee: Establish a Sustainability Committee comprising representatives from key departments to guide and monitor our sustainability efforts.
- Monitoring & Evaluation: Track our progress against the goals outlined in this policy and regularly evaluate our performance.
- Regular Review: Review and update this policy annually to ensure its effectiveness and relevance.
4. Commitment:
WTFI is committed to the successful implementation of this Sustainability Policy and believes that the Global Tourism Forum – World Travel Expo can serve as a model for sustainable event management in the tourism industry. We will actively promote sustainable practices and work collaboratively with our stakeholders to create a positive and lasting impact on the environment and local communities.
Sustainability Policy: Global Tourism Forum – World Travel Expo 2025 – A Joint Commitment by WTFI, MCI Benelux SA, and Square Brussels
Introduction
The Global Tourism Forum Institute (WTFI), MCI Benelux SA (PCO), and Square Brussels are jointly committed to organizing the Global Tourism Forum – World Travel Expo (GTF-WTE) 2025 in a sustainable and responsible manner. This policy outlines the integrated commitments of all three organizations to minimize negative impacts and maximize positive contributions to the environment, local communities, and the global tourism industry. It applies to all stages of the event, from planning and preparation to execution and post-event activities.
(Sustainability Policy: Global Tourism Forum – World Travel Expo 2025 – A Joint Commitment by WTFI, MCI Benelux SA, and Square Brussels)
Our Shared Guiding Principles
This policy is guided by the following shared principles:
- Minimize Environmental Impact: Reducing our carbon footprint, conserving resources (energy, water), minimizing waste generation, and promoting responsible consumption.
- Support Local Communities: Contributing to the economic and social well-being of Brussels and Belgium, prioritizing local sourcing, creating opportunities for local businesses and residents, and respecting local culture and traditions.
- Promote Responsible Tourism: Encouraging sustainable practices among exhibitors, attendees, sponsors, and the broader tourism industry.
- Transparency and Accountability: Communicating our sustainability efforts openly, tracking our progress against measurable goals, and reporting on our performance.
- Continuous Improvement: Regularly reviewing and updating this policy and our practices, incorporating lessons learned and adapting to evolving best practices in sustainability.
- Inclusivity & Well-being: Guaranteeing an inclusive working environment for all stakeholders, fostering well-being, and ensuring the event is accessible to people of all abilities.
Commitments of the Parties
- World Tourism Forum Institute (WTFI): As the organizer, WTFI takes overall responsibility for setting the strategic direction of the GTF-WTE 2025 and ensuring that sustainability is integrated into all aspects of the event. WTFI will champion this policy and promote its adoption by all stakeholders.
- MCI Benelux SA: As the PCO, MCI Benelux SA will leverage its expertise in sustainable event management to implement this policy effectively. MCI, with its EMAS registration, brings a commitment to continuous improvement and will work to minimize the environmental impact of its operations, promote sustainable practices among suppliers and partners, and raise awareness among collaborators.
- Square Brussels: As the venue, Square Brussels will provide a sustainable environment for the GTF-WTE 2025. Square Brussels will leverage its existing sustainability initiatives, including energy efficiency measures, water conservation programs, waste management practices, and commitment to sustainable procurement.
Key Areas of Focus & Actionable Items
This section outlines the specific areas of focus and the actionable items that WTFI, MCI Benelux SA, and Square Brussels will undertake jointly and individually to achieve our sustainability goals.
2.1. Venue & Operations (Led by Square Brussels with Support from WTFI and MCI)
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Sustainable Venue Management:
- Square Brussels Commitment: Leverages existing sustainability certifications and demonstrated commitment to environmental management.
- Action: Continue to optimize energy efficiency, water conservation, and waste management practices within the venue.
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Energy Efficiency:
- Action: Utilize energy-efficient lighting (LEDs), optimize heating and cooling systems, and encourage exhibitors to use energy-efficient displays.
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Water Conservation:
- Action: Install water-efficient fixtures, monitor water consumption, and promote water conservation messages to attendees.
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Waste Management:
- Action: Provide clearly marked recycling bins throughout the venue, partner with a local recycling company, minimize the use of single-use plastics, and encourage exhibitors to minimize waste in their booths.
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Sustainable Catering:
- Action: Partner with caterers committed to sustainable sourcing (local, seasonal, ethical), reduce food waste through accurate ordering and portion control, and compost food scraps where possible. Offer vegetarian/vegan food options.
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Sustainable Procurement:
- Action: Prioritize suppliers with environmental certifications, fair labor practices, and local sourcing.
- MCI Benelux SA Commitment: Select suppliers who share the same vision as MCI group Brussels through a certification or a strong, credible and verifiable sustainability policy.
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Accessibility:
- Action: Comply with accessibility standards, provide accessible transportation options, and offer assistance to attendees with disabilities.
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Inclusive Working Environment:
- MCI Benelux SA Commitment: Guarantee an inclusive working environment, which fosters well-being at work for all coworkers.
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Indoor Air Quality:
- Square Brussels Commitment: Maintain high standards of indoor air quality through ventilation systems and cleaning practices.
2.2. Transportation & Travel (Led by WTFI and MCI)
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Promote Sustainable Transportation:
- Action: Provide information on public transport options, offer discounts for public transport users (if feasible), organize/promote bike-sharing programs, and encourage carpooling.
- MCI Benelux SA Commitment: Promote alternative transport solutions for coworkers, clients, and partners alike.
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Offset Carbon Emissions:
- Action: Partner with a certified carbon offsetting provider and promote the program to attendees during registration and on-site.
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Encourage Virtual Participation:
- Action: Provide high-quality live streaming, interactive online platforms, and virtual networking opportunities.
2.3. Exhibitors & Sponsors (Led by WTFI and MCI)
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Sustainable Exhibition Guidelines:
- Action: Provide exhibitors with guidelines on sustainable booth design and operation (reusable/recyclable materials, waste minimization, energy-efficient displays).
- MCI Benelux SA Commitment: Raise awareness and train collaborators on sustainability and invite them to adopt a responsible behavior and to promote sustainability practices.
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Sustainable Sponsorship Opportunities:
- Action: Develop sponsorship packages that support environmental conservation, community development, or sustainable tourism projects.
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Recognition of Sustainable Exhibitors:
- Action: Award prizes or recognition to exhibitors who demonstrate outstanding sustainability practices.
2.4. Communication & Engagement (Led by WTFI and MCI)
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Promote Sustainability Initiatives:
- Action: Include information on our sustainability policy on the event website, in promotional materials, and on-site signage.
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Educate Attendees:
- Action: Organize workshops, seminars, and presentations on sustainable tourism topics.
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Engage Local Communities:
- Action: Partner with local organizations, source products and services from local suppliers, and provide opportunities for community members to participate in the event.
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Post-Event Report:
- Action: Collect data on energy consumption, waste generation, water usage, transportation patterns, and other relevant metrics to track our progress. Publish a post-event report summarizing our sustainability performance and identifying areas for improvement.
3. Implementation & Monitoring
- Sustainability Coordinator: WTFI will appoint a dedicated Sustainability Coordinator to oversee the implementation of this policy and to act as a point of contact for Square Brussels and MCI Benelux SA.
- Sustainability Committee: A Sustainability Committee, comprising representatives from WTFI, MCI Benelux SA, and Square Brussels, will be established to guide and monitor our sustainability efforts.
- Monitoring & Evaluation: We will track our progress against the goals outlined in this policy and regularly evaluate our performance.
- Regular Review: This policy will be reviewed and updated annually to ensure its effectiveness and relevance.
4. Commitment
WTFI, MCI Benelux SA, and Square Brussels are fully committed to the successful implementation of this Sustainability Policy. By working collaboratively, we aim to create a positive and lasting impact on the environment and local communities, setting a new standard for sustainable event management within the tourism industry. We will actively promote sustainable practices and work collaboratively with all stakeholders to achieve our shared goals.
This integrated policy assigns responsibilities, highlights the unique contributions of each organization, and provides a comprehensive framework for a sustainable GTF-WTW 2025.
Global Tourism Forum – World Travel Week 2025: Sustainability Guidelines for Exhibitors & Sponsors
Introduction
Thank you for your participation in the Global Tourism Forum – World Travel Expo 2025 (GTF-WTW 2025). We are committed to organiz
ing a sustainable and responsible event that minimizes our environmental impact and maximizes our positive contribution to local communities and the global tourism industry. As key partners in this effort, we encourage all exhibitors and sponsors to adopt sustainable practices in their participation.
These guidelines provide practical advice and recommendations to help you align with our sustainability goals and showcase your commitment to responsible business practices. By implementing these guidelines, you will not only contribute to a more sustainable event but also enhance your brand reputation and attract environmentally conscious attendees.
1. Booth Design & Construction
- Material Selection:
- Prioritize Reusable & Recyclable Materials: Choose materials that can be reused for future events or easily recycled at the end of the Expo. Examples include:
- Reusable exhibit systems (modular displays)
- Recycled wood or bamboo
- Recycled aluminum
- Fabrics made from recycled content (e.g., recycled PET bottles)
- Avoid Single-Use Materials: Minimize the use of single-use plastics, disposable carpets, and other materials that contribute to landfill waste.
- Source Locally: Where possible, source materials and construction services from local suppliers to reduce transportation emissions and support the local economy.
- Consider Sustainable Flooring: Opt for sustainable flooring options such as:
- Recycled rubber flooring
- Carpets made from recycled content (e.g., ECONYL® regenerated nylon)
- Bamboo flooring
- Prioritize Reusable & Recyclable Materials: Choose materials that can be reused for future events or easily recycled at the end of the Expo. Examples include:
- Design for Disassembly & Reuse:
- Design your booth with easy disassembly in mind, allowing for reuse of components in future events or repurposing after the Expo.
- Use modular systems that can be easily reconfigured and adapted to different spaces.
- Minimize Waste during Construction:
- Work with your construction team to minimize waste generation during booth setup.
- Recycle all construction waste where possible.
- Use reusable packaging for transporting booth materials.
- Lighting:
- Use Energy-Efficient Lighting: Utilize LED lighting throughout your booth. LEDs consume significantly less energy than traditional lighting options.
- Optimize Lighting Levels: Use lighting only where it is needed and avoid over-illumination.
2. Booth Operations
- Waste Reduction:
- Minimize Printed Materials: Reduce the use of printed brochures, flyers, and other promotional materials. Opt for digital alternatives such as:
- QR codes linking to online resources
- Digital brochures on tablets or interactive displays
- Reusable Water Bottles & Coffee Cups: Encourage staff and visitors to use reusable water bottles and coffee cups. Provide water refill stations in your booth.
- Reduce Packaging: Minimize the use of excessive packaging for product samples and giveaways. Choose products with minimal or recyclable packaging.
- Recycling: Provide clearly marked recycling bins in your booth for paper, plastic, and glass.
- Minimize Printed Materials: Reduce the use of printed brochures, flyers, and other promotional materials. Opt for digital alternatives such as:
- Energy Conservation:
- Turn Off Equipment When Not in Use: Switch off computers, monitors, and other electronic devices when they are not in use.
- Use Power Strips with On/Off Switches: Use power strips to easily turn off multiple devices at once.
- Sustainable Giveaways:
- Choose Eco-Friendly Products: Select giveaways that are made from sustainable materials, are reusable, or have a positive social impact. Examples include:
- Seed packets
- Reusable shopping bags
- Water bottles
- Pens made from recycled materials
- Avoid Single-Use Plastic Giveaways: Refrain from offering giveaways that are made from single-use plastic or have a short lifespan.
- Choose Eco-Friendly Products: Select giveaways that are made from sustainable materials, are reusable, or have a positive social impact. Examples include:
3. Transportation & Travel
- Encourage Sustainable Transportation:
- Encourage your staff to use public transport, walking, cycling, or carpooling to travel to and from the Expo.
- Provide information on public transport options near the venue.
- Offset Carbon Emissions:
- Consider offsetting the carbon emissions associated with your staff’s travel to and from the Expo.
4. Social Responsibility
- Fair Labor Practices: Ensure that your staff are treated fairly and ethically, in compliance with all relevant labor laws.
- Support Local Businesses: Source products and services from local businesses to support the local economy.
- Inclusive Practices: Ensure your booth is accessible to people with disabilities and that your staff are trained to provide assistance to visitors with diverse needs.
5. Communication & Engagement
- Promote Your Sustainability Efforts: Communicate your sustainability initiatives to visitors through signage, digital displays, and conversations with your staff.
- Educate Visitors: Provide information on sustainable tourism practices and encourage visitors to adopt responsible travel habits.
- Engage on Social Media: Share your sustainability efforts on social media using the event hashtag and tagging @GlobalTourismForum.
Guidelines for Sponsors
In addition to the guidelines for exhibitors, sponsors are encouraged to consider the following:
- Align Sponsorship Activities with Sustainability Goals: Choose sponsorship activities that support environmental conservation, community development, or sustainable tourism projects.
- Promote Sustainable Practices through Sponsorship Activities:Integrate sustainability messages into your sponsored events and activities.
- Minimize Environmental Impact of Sponsored Events: Ensure that all sponsored events and activities are organized in a sustainable manner, following the guidelines outlined above.
Recognition of Sustainable Practices
The GTF-WTW 2025 will recognize exhibitors and sponsors who demonstrate outstanding sustainability practices through a dedicated awards program. A judging panel will evaluate participants based on their efforts in the areas of booth design, operations, transportation, social responsibility, and communication.
Conclusion
We believe that by working together, we can create a more sustainable and responsible Global Tourism Forum – World Travel Expo 2025. Thank you for your commitment to sustainability and your contribution to a positive and impactful event.
This guideline provides a comprehensive framework for exhibitors and sponsors to integrate sustainability into their participation in the GTF-WTW 2025. If you have further initiatives for this matter, please do not hesitate to contribute.
Comparative Analysis: Sustainability Policies – GTF-WTW 2025, Expo 2020 Dubai, & Expo 2025 Osaka-Kansai
Overall Approach
- GTF-WTE 2025 (Our Policy): This policy focuses on actionable steps across the event lifecycle, with a practical approach to implementation through a strong partnership between the venue, the PCO, and the organizer. It emphasizes local community integration and tangible reductions in environmental impact. The scale is smaller than the Expos, leading to a more focused approach on specific event activities.
- Expo 2020 Dubai: Dubai took a broad, visionary approach aligned with national and global sustainability goals. The policy aimed for long-term legacy and innovation in areas like renewable energy and water management, with ambitious, large-scale projects built into the Expo’s infrastructure.
- Expo 2025 Osaka-Kansai: Japan’s approach blends environmental sustainability with social and economic considerations. The policy is embedded within the Expo’s overall theme of “Designing Future Society for Our Lives,” with a strong emphasis on circular economy, renewable energy, and inclusive participation. Their “Action Plan” details concrete steps and measurable targets.
Key Areas Compared
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Feature |
GTF-WTE 2025 |
Expo 2020 Dubai |
Expo 2025 Osaka-Kansai |
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Scale & Scope |
Focuses on event-specific actions with a strong emphasis on immediate impact and local community engagement. A more manageable scope due to the event size. |
Ambitious, long-term legacy with large-scale infrastructure projects integrated into the Expo design. Wide-ranging focus on national and global sustainability targets. |
Integrated with the overall Expo theme, connecting sustainability to future societal design. Wide-ranging and detailed action plan with defined targets and key performance indicators (KPIs). |
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Guiding Principles |
Emphasizes minimizing environmental impact, supporting local communities, responsible tourism, transparency, continuous improvement, inclusivity, & well-being. |
Aligned with the UN Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) and the UAE’s Vision 2021. Includes areas like climate change, resource efficiency, and biodiversity protection. |
Emphasizes the SDGs, circular economy, technological advancement, and inclusive participation, incorporating social and economic aspects of sustainability. |
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Venue & Operations |
Strong focus on sustainable venue management through Square Brussels’ existing policies. Actionable items cover energy efficiency, water conservation, and waste reduction. Emphasizes local sourcing for catering and procurement. |
Designed to be a sustainable district after the Expo, with long-term planning for resource management, green building practices, and renewable energy generation. |
Focuses on circular economy principles, aiming to minimize resource input and maximize resource reuse. Encourages the use of innovative technologies and eco-friendly construction materials. |
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Transportation |
Encourages sustainable transportation to and from the event, including public transit, cycling, and carpooling. Offers carbon offsetting options for attendees. |
Promoted public transportation to the Expo site and integrated sustainable transport solutions within the Expo area. |
Promotes the use of public transportation and eco-friendly vehicles. Plans to implement smart mobility solutions to reduce congestion and optimize traffic flow. |
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Exhibitors & Sponsors |
Provides detailed sustainability guidelines for exhibitors and sponsors, encouraging sustainable booth design, waste reduction, and responsible product sourcing. |
Encouraged participants to adopt sustainable practices in their pavilions and operations. |
Encourages exhibitors and sponsors to showcase sustainable technologies and solutions. Requires participants to comply with sustainability guidelines and contribute to the Expo’s sustainability goals. |
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Community Engagement |
Strong emphasis on engaging local communities, sourcing from local businesses, and creating opportunities for community participation. |
Partnered with local communities to create opportunities for job creation, skills development, and cultural exchange. |
Aims to involve diverse stakeholders in the Expo, including citizens, businesses, and researchers. Promotes inclusivity and aims to create a shared vision for the future. |
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Monitoring & Reporting |
Commitment to tracking progress, collecting data on key metrics, and publishing a post-event report summarizing sustainability performance. |
Tracked key performance indicators related to energy consumption, water usage, waste generation, and carbon emissions. Published regular sustainability reports. |
Aims to establish a robust monitoring system to measure progress toward sustainability goals. Plans to publish regular reports on sustainability performance. |
Strengths of GTF-WTW 2025 Policy:
- Action-Oriented & Practical: The GTF-WTE policy focuses on tangible actions that can be implemented effectively within the scope of the event.
- Strong Partnerships: Emphasizes collaboration between the venue, PCO, and organizer, ensuring shared responsibility and effective implementation.
- Local Community Focus: Prioritizes engaging and supporting local communities, which provides significant social and economic benefits.
- Clear Guidelines for Exhibitors & Sponsors: Provides detailed and practical guidelines for exhibitors and sponsors, promoting responsible participation.
Areas for Potential Enhancement (Considering the Expo Models):
- Quantifiable Targets: While the GTF-WTW 2025 policy includes monitoring and reporting, incorporating specific, measurable, achievable, relevant, and time-bound (SMART) targets (as done by Expo 2025) could further enhance accountability and track progress more effectively. (e.g., “Reduce waste generation by X% compared to a baseline measurement.”)
- Long-Term Legacy: Consider how the GTF-WTW 2025 can contribute to long-term sustainability beyond the event itself (similar to Expo 2020). This could involve supporting local sustainability initiatives or establishing partnerships with organizations working on sustainable tourism.
- Innovation Focus: Integrate a stronger focus on showcasing and promoting innovative sustainable solutions in the tourism industry.
Conclusion
The GTF-WTW 2025 Sustainability Policy provides a strong foundation for a responsible and impactful event. While the Expos operate on a much larger scale with greater resources, incorporating elements like measurable targets and a long-term legacy plan can further enhance the GTF-WTE 2025’s commitment to sustainability. The focused and action-oriented approach, strong partnerships, and community engagement remain key strengths of the GTF-WTE 2025 policy.