Building has some serious effects on the environment; there is waste and destruction. Well that is the common conception, which is why there is a conference being held in San Francisco on the 20th Sept to the 22nd Sept in the Bill Graham Civic Auditorium.

Here are a few things that they will be doing at the event:

Vinyl table covers will be replaced by linen.

Event signage is made with recyclable or reusable materials.

Event collateral is printed by a “green printer” with vegetable-based inks and recyclable paper.

Food sold at the event will be packaged in biodegradable, compostable food ware.

Biodegradable cornstarch plates and utensils.

Implementation of a carbon offsetting program will reduce emissions generated by equipment, heating/cooling, shipping, and electricity.

We’re using solid color carpeting (vs. strips) so that no carpet is wasted.

Resource Recovery Stations are placed throughout the facility. Now this doesn’t sound exciting…BUT…an anticipated 75% landfill diversion is expected through this effort. Exhibitors, while you won’t get trashcans at your booth, each RR station will actually be hosted by a knowledgeable and friendly volunteer ready to tell you which of your items is recyclable, compost, or true trash.

Source [Groovy Green]