Sustainability at IBC

IBC Sustainability Updates

🌿We're committed to building a more sustainable future for our business and stakeholders.

With the support of Hope Solutions, one of the UK's leading sustainability consultants at the forefront of change, IBC is making a difference!

Join us on our journey to drive positive and sustainable change within the media, entertainment and technology industry and follow our sustainability updates here!🌱

View our IBC ESG Policy here

February 2025

  • âś…GHG Emissions Assessment

Completed our first full carbon footprint analysis, with a roadmap to net zero coming soon.

  • âś…Materiality Assessment

Engaged 700+ stakeholders to identify our top sustainability priorities.

  • âś…Sustainability & ESG Strategy

Launching April 2025, focusing on environmental impact, responsible business, and social responsibility.

  • âś…Event Sustainability Guidelines

Providing clear frameworks & webinars to help exhibitors and suppliers adopt greener practices.

 

4 Key Deliverables:

  1. Annual GHG Report – Tracking emissions & reduction progress.
  2. Sustainability Strategy – Clear goals & action plans for impact.
  3. Guidelines for Events – Practical steps for sustainable event management.
  4. Webinars â€“ Sharing best practices & engaging our community.

November 2024

  • âś…Assessing Our Greenhouse Gas Emissions (GHG)

We’re currently assessing the greenhouse gas emissions from our overall business activities and events. This step is crucial in understanding our carbon footprint and identifying opportunities for reducing our environmental impact.

  • âś…Prioritising Key Sustainability Topics

We’ve started identifying the sustainability issues that matter most to our business and stakeholders. This involves considering industry trends, emerging regulations, and the concerns of our internal and external stakeholders, helping us focus on areas where we can make the biggest difference.

  • âś…Evaluating Our Current Sustainability Practices

We’re in the midst of reviewing our current sustainability efforts, analysing what’s already in place, and determining where we can improve. This helps us get a clear picture of our progress and highlight areas for future development.

  • âś…Developing Our Sustainability and ESG Strategy

We’re in the process of shaping a comprehensive sustainability and ESG (Environmental, Social, and Governance) strategy. This strategy will integrate environmental responsibility, social impact, and good governance into our business model, positioning us for long-term success while making a positive contribution to society.

Donation Room

The IBC Donation Room Initiative will be back for IBC2025!

Our good cause post-show waste donation programme is an initiative in which our exhibitors play a key role.

Exhibitors are invited to hand in unwanted items at the end of the show.

These items are then distributed among various social initiatives in the Amsterdam region. 

More information about the initiative

Read our IBC ESG Policy & Commitments here

♻️ IBC SUSTAINABLE TRAVEL INITIATIVES♻️

TATA Communications IBC Sustainability Ride

The Tata Communications IBC Sustsinability Ride from London to Amsterdam is a two-day cycle ride to highlight Tata Communications' recognition of the link between business, environment, and society.

More information coming soon.

The Flint Green Line

The Flint Green Line is a unique media industry networking event taking place in a dedicated Eurostar carriage heading to the IBC Show from London’s St. Pancras Station.

More information coming soon.