In Paris, you can visit many parks and gardens by bicycle, stroll around authentic districts on foot, meet passionate associations and craftsmen, talk to people who are active in the social and solidarity economy, take part in the clean-up of a wood, enjoy marvellous museums or theatres, visit alternative places, develop your creativity around local dishes and flavours, and experience Paris like a Parisian.
Approaching activities in an environmentally, socially and economically responsible way means taking into account the form as well as the content of these activities. Therefore, the means employed and the messages conveyed are both important. The two main questions to address - or to put to your potential partners – are:
The incentive or team building activities offered by suppliers are considered eco-friendly if they minimize their impact on the environment and/or if they are meaningful.
Particular attention should be paid to:
Examples of charters, standards, labels | Definition | Subject | Evaluation |
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ISO 20121 | International standard for event management. It requires the putting in place of an event sustainability management system in the company. | Environment,Social,Economic | In-depth audit |
Green Globe | International certification. The structure must fulfil more than 50% of the 385 concrete and sector-specific criteria. | Environment,Social,Economic | In-depth audit |
Prestadd | French label created by Synpase for entertainment and event companies. | Environment,Social,Economic | Dossier studied by a judging panel |
Biorismo | Private label. The only measure 100% dedicated to biodiversity in the tourism and leisure sector. | Biodiversity | Dossier and online audit |
Other measures | Not specific to the events sector, so applicable to all: ISO 14001 (environment), ISO 9001 (quality), ISO 45001 (health and security at work), Diversity Label (non-discrimination), Global Compact (Social and Market), Label LUCIE (RSE (Corporate social responsibility) initiative), Tourisme & Handicap (accessibility of buildings, sites and facilities), Label Accessibilité (accessibility of buildings), Imprim’vert (printers), HQE / LEED / BREEAM (efficient buildings)… | * | * |
Find other eco-friendly suppliers in Paris:
Eco-friendly PCOs and DMCs
Eco-friendly event venues
Eco-friendly accommodation
Eco-friendly caterers
Eco-friendly transport