ASN aims to:

• Reduce our carbon footprint and environmental impact

• Minimise waste and increase reuse and recycling

• Prioritise sustainable suppliers and venues

• Support local and ethical procurement

• Provide clients and delegates with sustainable event options

• Continuously improve our sustainability practices

We work collaboratively with venues, suppliers, clients and delegates to achieve these outcomes.

ASN incorporates sustainable practices into daily operations, including:

• Using 100% recycled paper products where printing is required

• Minimising printing and prioritising digital documentation

• Reusing scrap paper for internal drafts

• Separating waste and recycling appropriately

• Reducing single-use plastics

• Selecting environmentally responsible suppliers and services where possible

ASN advocates for environmentally responsible conferences and events and works with clients to embed sustainability into event planning and delivery.

Where possible, we partner with venues that demonstrate strong environmental credentials and offer green initiatives.

Our approach focuses on three key principles:

1. Reduce resource use and waste

2. Offset or minimise carbon emissions

3. Enable informed, sustainable choices for delegates

Travel

• Encourage public transport use

• Promote carpooling where practical

• Select accessible locations

• Provide information about carbon offset options

Energy

• Reduce power consumption where possible

• Use energy-efficient lighting and equipment

• Purchase or source green power where available

• Work with venues to optimise heating/cooling efficiency

Food and Catering

• Prioritise local and seasonal produce

• Support local suppliers and ethical sourcing

• Minimise food waste through accurate catering numbers

• Donate suitable surplus food where possible

• Avoid unsustainable or over-fished products

Accommodation

• Prioritise hotels and suppliers with recognised sustainability practices

• Provide delegates with information about environmentally responsible accommodation options

Materials and Collateral

• Avoid printed materials where possible

• Use electronic programs, apps and digital proceedings

• Limit satchel inserts and paper handouts

• Use reusable or recyclable satchels when required

• Reuse or recycle lanyards and badge holders

• Print double-sided on recycled stock using low-impact inks when printing is necessary

Venue Practices

• Use crockery and reusable serviceware instead of disposable items

• Provide tap water or refill stations rather than bottled water

• Support waste separation and recycling programs

• Implement food waste and composting solutions where available

• Encourage water conservation initiatives

ASN regularly reviews its sustainability practices and seeks opportunities to improve performance and adopt new environmentally responsible solutions.

We welcome feedback from clients, suppliers and delegates to help us strengthen our environmental outcomes.