Focus on Energy 

• Measure and track energy use at the convention center and meeting hotels (carbon emissions, water and electricity used, pounds of material recycled and composted) 
• Maintain temperature of 21-22 degrees Celsius/70-72 degrees Fahrenheit in event spaces 

Reducing Plastic Waste 

• Water refilling stations and water coolers available at Convention Center and meeting hotels, reducing need for bottled water 
• Provide glassware next to water coolers where available (hotels) 
• Limited carpeting in Poster Hall/Village  
• Recycling bins, water-filling stations, wellness areas, unisex restrooms provided 

Saving on Fuel 

• Concentrated number of meeting venues within walking distance, reducing the number of shuttle stops needed 
• Ordering locally produced food and beverage, where available, and labeling local ingredients used in buffet meals 

Saving Trees 

• Badges – use recyclable paper, no plastic holder, lanyards and clips made from recycled materials 
• Use digital signage and web app to communicate.  
• Physical signage is created with recyclable materials  
• Digital program provided on website and mobile app 
• Digital presenter and attendee certificates 
• Use badge scanners instead of paper tickets for events 

Demonstrating Our Commitment 

• Communicate these efforts through website, web app, emails and digital signage 
• Encourage attendees to take individual actions at the meeting to be more sustainable by providing a list of tips 
• Partner with meeting vendors who share our sustainability goals

Individual actions you can take as you plan travel to Honolulu: 

• Book flight itineraries with the fewest stops and in economy class 
• Choose a hotel within walking distance of the Congress sessions 
• Ride share with colleagues from the airport in Honolulu. 

Hotel stay: 

• Opt for keyless check-in/room entry where available 
• Turn off the lights in your room before leaving, and adjust the temperature so it does not run continuously during your absence 
• Request housekeeping every 2-3 days instead of daily; re-use towels 
• Utilize provided shuttle bus or walk between your hotel and the convention center 

During the Congress:  

• Bring a re-usable water bottle and use water coolers and filling stations located throughout the Convention Center and hotels, rather than bottled water 
• Bring a reusable bag or containers to carry around items 
• Use china dishes and glassware instead of disposable serve ware, when available 
• Choose more plant-based food options, as animal proteins are resource-intensive and have a higher carbon footprint. Try avoiding beef as a start, which contributes to higher carbon emissions. 
• Opt for digital materials; before taking printed materials and giveaways, consider if they will be used 
• Dispose of your waste in appropriate bins  

In the city: 

• Walk or carpool to restaurants and destinations when possible 
• Dine and shop at local businesses that are not national chains
• Choose locally sourced food items 
• When shopping, choose items that use less packaging, or that are made from recycled materials and/or can be recycled.