Sustainability is a top priority at One Young World, as we are committed to playing our part in delivering on the Paris Agreement as quickly as possible. We empower young leaders to create a fair, sustainable future for all, whilst also seeking to make continuous improvement of our own sustainability processes.
Sustainability Pledge
Reduce Inequalities
As an organisation, we endeavour to ensure our Summit is accessible to all. One YOung World is committed to maximising the diversity and inclusiveness of Delegates, Speakers, and Partners.
Integrity and Transparency
We understand the impact of our business activities on the environment and society, and will work with our supliers and partners to promote socially responsible procurement.
Environment
We will strive to develop our Summit through the creation of environmental value. For this purpose, we will address environmental challenges through our business activities and will expand our environmental initiatives based on collaboration with stakeholders.
Good Health and Wellbeing
We respect diverse cultures and values and will contribute to the development of local regions. As One Young World operates globally, we must respect the legacy which is left behind after the Summit.
Sustainable Cities and Communities
In collaboration with our global Community of Delegates, Ambassadors, and Partners, we will develop a sustainable future for society to address social and environmental problems and thus enhance the quality of life throughout the world.
Sustainability at the Summit
One Young World has upheld its ISO20121 event sustainability certification for the past three years. As part of our commitment to this, we implement the following as standard at our annual Summits:
- Summit venue within walking distance of the majority of other event venues and hotels
- If car travel is unavoidable, hybrid/electric vehicles and public transport are contracted and recommended
- Recycled materials are used for exhibitions around the venue and should include no single-use plastic.
- Furniture is rented/donated and post-Summit should be gifted to charity organisations
- Onsite waste must be recyclable and attendees encouraged to recycle their own waste during the Summit
- Any food or drink containers provided are made from recyclable materials with a visible life cycle process
- Food and beverages are sourced from local suppliers where possible
- All handouts on site are plastic-free and sustainably sourced, including lanyards and badges made from recyclable card and cotton
- Reusable drinks bottles supplied to be used at water and refreshment refill stations
- Delegates encouraged to bring their own reusable drink bottles and hot beverage cups
- Merchandise from store is zero waste, made from certified organic cotton and printed in a renewable energy-powered factory
- Venues have Sustainability policies which meet our strict requirements
- Suppliers sign the One Young World Sustainability pledge, and removed from site if not satisfied
- Attendees encouraged to report sustainability failings at event, and ideas to make the Summit even more Sustainable via [email protected]
- Sustainability checklist provided to attendees ahead of the Summit with actions they can take at the Summit and beyond: OYW 2023 - Sustainability Checklist
- Over the past 10 Summits, Sustainability has featured as a core theme within the agenda
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