EXHIBITORS
AS AN EXHIBITOR, YOU CAN MAKE AN IMPACT:
DIGITAL REVOLUTION Use QR codes in your booth instead of printed materials. When you must print, choose post-consumer recycled paper stock, print double-sided, use soy-based ink, avoid dated promotional items so you can reuse later, and avoid glossy, metallic, or other coatings that would keep the paper from being recyclable. Bonus points for FSC or SFI certified!
SIGNS OF THE TIMES Steer clear of non-recyclable banners, table covers and signage. Ditch the vinyl and foam core. Opt for recyclable paperboard and cardboard options. If you must use vinyl, choose a PVC-free option. Ask your print shop or design group what sustainable options they offer – you might be surprised!
IN IT FOR THE LONG HAUL Be evergreen in the design of your signage, swag, and other materials, so they can be used again show after show. Choose durable, reusable signage that will last for multiple years.
BUILD YOUR BOOTH BETTER Building out your booth? Choose more environmentally-friendly cabinets, shelves and flooring made from sustainable materials and that are low or no VOC. Light your booth with LEDs. Choose Energy-Star rated appliances to keep perishables cool at your booth. Ask your exhibit contractor what eco-friendly options they offer, and encourage them to offer more green solutions.
PACK IT IN, PACK IT OUT Create reusable shipping crates for your booth exhibit. Choose biodegradable packing peanuts and kraft or newsprint packing paper. Eliminate plastic packing materials such as bubble wrap and polystyrene peanuts.
SAMPLING AT THE SHOW? Best practice: Use certified compostable service ware made from materials such as paper, bamboo and PLA. Next best option: service ware made from recycled materials. DID YOU KNOW: Even if made from recyclable materials, most sampling-size service ware is too small to make it through municipal recycling systems.
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