Sustainability
At TechTides, we care about the impact our event has on the environment, and we’ve made conscious choices about where and how we gather with that in mind.
In June, TechTides will be hosted at ICC Belfast, the first conference venue on the Island of Ireland to hold Green Meetings Gold certification through Green Tourism, and the only venue in Northern Ireland to have achieved ISO 20121, the internationally recognised standard for sustainable event management.
The venue operates with over 60% of its electricity sourced from renewable energy, LED lighting throughout, and zero waste going to landfill, with over 85% of waste recycled. Food and catering is sourced with a farm-to-fork approach, with more than 75% of produce coming from local suppliers. Hydration stations across the venue encourage reusable bottles and help eliminate single-use plastic.
At Techtides, we are mindful of the importance of reducing environmental impact and supporting more sustainable practices within the events industry as a whole. We’re exploring ways to incorporate sustainability into various aspects of our event—from planning and logistics to waste management and community engagement. Our sustainability page is currently under construction and will be available as soon as possible. Thank you for your patience.