In this episode of Event Advice, Will and Matt discuss event badge sustainability shedding light on why physical badges retain their significance for event ID and networking, despite the environmental considerations compared to going badge-free.
They also touch on the fleeting nature of digital badges that often end up tucked away in attendees’ pockets, not really of any use to anyone.
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The duo discuss:
- Sustainability of Badges: Physical badges are necessary for identification and networking at events, although they are less sustainable than using no badge.
- Digital vs Physical Badges: While digital badges exist, attendees prefer physical badges for ease of use and visibility.
- Environmental Responsibility: CrowdComms is committed to making badges from FSC-approved materials and advocates for on-demand printing to reduce waste.
- Event Waste Statistics: Typical events generate nearly two kilograms of waste per attendee per day, with over 60% ending up in landfills.
- Reducing Waste: On-demand badge printing prevents overproduction. Using sustainable materials for badges and lanyards is crucial.
- Broader Event Sustainability: CrowdComms discusses the importance of sustainable food choices and reusable stands at events.
- Local Manufacturing: Machines and kiosks are built locally to minimise transportation and carbon footprint.
- Robust and Reusable Equipment: CrowdComms uses durable kiosks for badge printing, designed to last for years and thousands of events.
If you want to learn more about sustainable event badging and how CrowdComms can assist you in creating sustainable events, visit our website or contact us today https://www.crowdcomms.com/contact/. Let’s work together towards a greener future for the events industry!
See you in the next episode of Event Advice!
