Simple Steps to Green Meetings and Events: The Professional's Guide to Saving Money and the Earth

It's clear in the world of event management that the greening of conventions, trade shows, events and other meetings is more than just a good idea- it's smart business, and it's revolutionizing the nature of event planning. Authors Amy Spatrisano, CMP, and Nancy J. Wilson, CMP, are at the forefront of the green events movement. Through their company, Meeting Strategies Worldwide, they have created the renowned MeetGreen SM system for addressing the green possibilities of every aspect of event planning, and have used it to improve the environmental impact of events around the globe. In this book they take you through a comprehensive, systematic approach to greening your event. From venues, lodging, transportation and food and beverage to communications, and marketing, they lay out, step by step, the ways you can put environmental responsibility at the forefront of your planning- and create enthusiasm among vendors, attendess and everyone involved. More than a manifesto or statement philosophy, this book is a practical asset that you'll use for the specifics you need to successfully move your event planning into the world of green.