The Course

Ready to make your events greener and more sustainable? Dive into the principles and practices of event sustainability with our foundational course designed to enhance your understanding of environmental, economic, and social aspects in event management. Through an engaging mix of discussions, case studies, and practical exercises, you'll get to grips with the requirements and best practices established by key sustainability standards. This course will boost your ability to plan and deliver events that not only wow attendees but also positively impact our planet and society.

By the end of the sessions, not only will you be fluent in the language of sustainability, but you'll also be equipped with the tools to implement an effective sustainability management system within your own events. Whether you're organizing a local workshop, a big music festival, or a major conference, the strategies you'll learn here can be tailored to fit. Plus, you'll be paving the way for a brighter industry future, as you put your new skills into action, minimizing waste and energy use, maximizing resource efficiency, and setting the stage for success that’s measured not just by applause but by a smaller carbon footprint.

What you will learn

You know, when we first designed this course, our priority was to give newcomers like you a solid footing in sustainable event management. We handpicked each module to ensure that the complex principles of sustainability are digestible and actionable, helping you truly make a positive impact in your event planning career. I've meticulously organized every session to flow seamlessly, building from the ground up, so by the end of this journey, you'll feel confident and equipped to implement sustainable practices. The feedback we've gotten so far has been fantastic—students find it incredibly helpful and well-structured, making it easier for them to grasp the essentials and move forward towards staging greener, more responsible events.

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Your instructor

Becky Toal is a seasoned professional in the realm of sustainability, boasting extensive experience in implementing and teaching best practices for sustainable event management. Her expertise in environmental stewardship, coupled with a deep understanding of ISO 20121, has been instrumental in guiding event professionals towards more eco-conscious and ethical event planning. Becky's commitment to sustainability is evidenced by her active role in developing sustainable initiatives and her knack for adapting these principles to diverse event scales, from local community gatherings to grand international conferences.

As an educator, Becky is deeply invested in the ISO20121:2024 Event Sustainability Management Systems - Foundation course, a role that seamlessly aligns with her passion for fostering a culture of sustainability within the events industry. Her teaching is not just informed by her rich professional background but also by her earnest belief in the power of education to catalyze positive environmental change. Students in Becky's course can expect to engage with a curriculum that is both dynamic and deeply informative, grounded in real-world applications of ISO 20121 standards, and delivered with an approach rooted in cultivating a future where event sustainability is not an afterthought but a fundamental tenet of event planning.

Comprehensive

Covering the Essentials of Sustainable Event Management

Cutting-edge

Implementing Future-Proof Sustainability Practices in Events

Professional

Mastering Event Sustainability to World-Class Standards