Sustainability at ECER

We are happy to inform you that the local organisers were able to realise the majority of our suggestions for ECER 2024. You will understand that we are not able to share all the measures that could be realised, on the one hand because the list would be very long, on the other hand because they are subject to data protection. Here is a selection of the highlights:

• Newly built low energy university buildings with green rooves, all offering renewable energy options and various accessibility features.
• On Campus, all waste bins offer waste separation, so that recycling can be done when possible.
• Conference programme is only available digitally, reducing the amount of paper considerably.
• For accessibility reasons, it is necessary to offer a Venue Booklet, but we managed to keep it as compact as possible, with only the map in coloured printing.
• We introduced QR codes for check-in and for the programme sheets on each session door, also reducing printed pages.
• The Conference Give Away will allow all participants to use the water dispensers. (We still offer PET bottles with the pre-ordered lunches, to make sure each participant gets enough to drink in the expected heat, also during the lunch break).
• The single use cups and other items at coffee breaks are bio-degradable.
• A box will be available near Local Help Desk to return your name badge holder and/or lanyard for recycling purposes.
• Food leftovers will be offered to selected charities.
• Food is regional and seasonal, and vegetarian options are widely avaiable. Other dietary requirements such as vegan, gluten free etc are also covered.
• The shuttle buses organised for the ECER participants reduce the need for them to travel to the venue by rented cars.