Valparaiso University
IN-18: Green Event Certification
| Status | Score | Responsible Party |
|---|---|---|
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Reporter |
Does the institution have or participate in a green event certification program?:
Has the institution held one or more certified events in the previous year?:
Does the institution’s green event certification program address the following?:
| Yes or No | |
| Sustainable transportation options, teleconferencing options, and/or carbon offsets | Yes |
| Sustainable catering (e.g., sourcing local and third party certified food and beverages, providing vegetarian/vegan options, using reusable/compostable materials) | Yes |
| Paper consumption (e.g., minimization and recycled/FSC certified content) | Yes |
| Energy efficiency (e.g., equipment and lighting) | Yes |
| Waste minimization and diversion | Yes |
| Communications and/or signage about the sustainable practices | Yes |
A brief description of the institution’s green event certification program:
The Green Your Event program was developed to help encourage event planners and participants to implement sustainable practices into Valpo’s many events. By applying green practices at these events, whether it’s a small meeting or a hundred people, the Valpo Community can help reduce our waste, reduce use of our valuable resources, and set an example of a sustainability future on our campus.
Benefits of Hosting a Green Event
By hosting a green event, your event will get official recognition from the Office of Sustainability, as well as a certificate of your event’s achievement. Hosting a Green Event also shows your group’s commitment to sustainable practices and the betterment of our campus and world!
How Do I Host a Green Event?
Hosting a Green Event is simple! Simply fill out the Green Your Event Checklist. In order for your event to be green, you must score a total of 75%. After you fill out the sheet, email it to the Office of Sustainability 2 weeks prior to the event. If your event meets all the requirements, you will receive a certificate that you can proudly display at your event!
Website URL where information about the green event certification program is available:
Additional documentation to support the submission:
Data source(s) and notes about the submission:
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