Our Sustainability Pledge

Together we can create a healthy environment where ​the hospitality community and the world can flourish.

Questex is committed to creating sustainable, healthy spaces that make a positive impact on the communities we touch. We have joined the Net Zero Carbon Event initiative alongside our vendor partners and colleagues in the commitment to be Net Zero by 2050. To support this goal we have joined the ISLA membership association focused on event sustainability and we will implement their TRACE tool to measure and reduce carbon emissions associated with this year's event.

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Our commitment to the Net Zero Carbon Events Initiative for which we strive includes:

Achieve
Achieve
Achieve net zero greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions by 2050 across all business operations
Reduce
Reduce
Reduce GHG emissions by 50% by 2030 in line with the Paris Agreement
Collaborate
Collaborate
Collaborate with partners, suppliers and customers to drive change across the value chain
Measure and track
Measure and track
Begin to measure and track Scope 1, 2 and 3 GHG emissions according to industry best practice
Report
Report
Report on progress at least every two years

Event Production

  • We’ve minimized printed materials to reduce paper waste. Attendees can access event information through our digital directory.

  • Our badges and event signage are made from recyclable materials.

  • Trash liners throughout the venue are made of 100% recycled plastic.

Energy  

  • PGA National uses compact fluorescent light bulbs throughout the resort.

  • Guest rooms feature low-flow faucets and shower heads.

  • Public restrooms at PGA use sensor-type water faucets & low-flow toilets.

  • Our AV equipment and devices are turned off when not in use.

 

 

Food Waste 

  • Single use water bottles will not be provided. Water stations will be available throughout the venue.

  • Our menu includes delicious plant-based choices, reducing the environmental impact of food production.

  • We’re mindful of portion sizes to minimize food waste.

Travel and Transportation

  • For those flying in, we’re partnering with organizations to offset travel emissions.

  • We are using local vendors to minimize our carbon footprint and fuel emissions.