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JASON VARNEY
I
N THE MEETINGS AND CONVENTIONS SPACE, MANAGING
ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACT AND REDUCING WASTE IS A PART OF
DOING BUSINESS IN 2020 . According to environmental consultancy MeetGreen,
a three-day, 1,000-person event can produce 12,500 pounds of waste, more than 40 percent
of which heads for a landfill. As the planners and decision-makers for these events, we have
the power to shape our meeting’s impact on the Earth. Even small swaps can make a big
difference. And the time to change is now.
That’s why we’ve dedicated this issue to highlighting sustainable venues, vendors and
planning solutions. We’re proud that Baltimore is on the forefront of sustainability efforts
in so many categories. In this issue, explore the city’s robust vegan community, and read
about why one local distillery decided to go green by installing a unique geothermal cooling
system in its new plant. Hear all about how the businesses, nonprofits and attractions around
the Inner Harbor are helping to protect and steward Baltimore’s waterways. Explore the
interesting adaptive reuse projects underway in the city, which work to preserve historic
architecture while making way for fresh new concepts. And get inspired with actionable
ideas for making your own Baltimore event a little greener. Please get in touch and let’s start
a conversation soon.
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