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Ocean Media

17 Nov 2010

Event Production Show turns other shows green with envy

Newly confirmed exhibitors represent cutting edge of sustainability

Exhibitors debuting at the Event Production Show, 2nd-3rd February, represent the growing culture of corporate social responsibility amongst festival organisers, concerts, exhibitions, corporate events and experiential marketing organisers.

Concurrent with the increasing uptake of the UK standard for sustainable events, BS8901, the Event Production Show will provide a platform to more companies with a CSR bent thanks to a new wave of confirmations.

2010’s exhibition was spearheaded by festival organiser Michael Eavis, who has consistently developed Glastonbury into a leading light for sustainability in events. And 2011 will also see CSR high on the agenda at both The Access Sessions and amongst the range of new suppliers showcasing their green credentials.

Sustainability leaders Brown Paper Tickets will exhibit for the first time, coinciding with the launch of its new website. The unique approach to business has seen Brown Paper Tickets make headlines across the Atlantic. Low service fees, a commitment to green production methods and a 5% charity donation from every purchase has put Brown Paper Tickets at the forefront of the not-just-for-profit business movement.

They will be joined by Ascot Structures who have implemented environmental policies throughout the organisation and developed and manufactured the UK’s first series of environmentally friendly structures – Bamboo Tents. Offering a cost effective solution, Bamboo Tents are made from recyclable and sustainable materials and once constructed require no carpeting thus saving further costs in transport and pollution to the environment.

Sarah Brownlee, spokesperson for the Event Production Show said, “Going green and CSR are at the top of the agenda, subsequently our visitors are looking for solutions across the event spectrum; be it tickets, marquees, toilets or catering. As the exhibition is targeted directly to event producers, we are encouraging sustainable products to get involved as we get ready for one of the UK’s biggest decades in live events”.