Sustainability matters more than ever. From everyday business choices to large-scale corporate events, more organisations are working to reduce their environmental impact—and rightly so. One of the best places to start is with your venue. At Meet in DCU, sustainability isn’t a marketing line—it’s a core part of how they run events.
As a certified Green Campus, Meet in DCU gives you the tools, space, and support to plan greener meetings without added cost or complexity.
1. Choose a venue that supports green events
If you’re aiming to reduce your event’s footprint, here’s what you can expect at DCU:
- Certified Green Campus: Recognised for environmental leadership and sustainable practices
- Onsite waste management: Recycling, composting, and clear bin signage
- Sustainable catering: Menus focused on seasonal, locally sourced produce
- Cycle-friendly facilities: Bike racks and safe cycling routes to campus
- Paperless systems: Digital agendas, e-signage, and online registration available
Whether it’s a one-day seminar or a week-long conference, you can host your event with a significantly lower carbon footprint than at traditional city-centre venues.
What sustainability looks like on-site:
Meet in DCU has embedded sustainability into its physical space, making it easier for you to host greener events without needing to overhaul your plans.
- Green spaces: Plenty of outdoor areas for fresh air and breakout discussions
- LED lighting and energy-efficient tech: Reduces electricity use across all venues
- No single-use plastics: Catering is served with reusable or compostable materials
- Eco-friendly cleaning practices: Reducing chemical use in shared spaces
- Water refill stations: Available across campus to cut down on bottled drinks
These features aren’t just good for the planet—they make the event more pleasant for attendees too. Natural light, fresh air, and a low-waste environment contribute to a better atmosphere and a more comfortable experience.
2. Encourage low-impact travel
A big chunk of any event’s emissions comes from transport. The location of DCU helps reduce this automatically. It’s:
- 15 minutes from Dublin Airport
- 20 minutes from the city centre
- Near the M50 and well served by Dublin Bus routes
- Walkable and cycle-friendly, with safe pedestrian access
This means your delegates can skip the taxis and long commutes. Plus, there’s ample bike parking, and attendees are encouraged to use public or shared transport options.
3. Think of hybrid events for reduced travel
If you want to reduce your carbon footprint even further, Meet in DCU supports hybrid event formats. This means fewer people need to travel long distances to participate.
Available tech includes:
- Livestreaming and video conferencing setups
- Two-way engagement tools for remote attendees
- Recording options for post-event sharing
- AV support and high-speed connectivity in all rooms
Whether you’ve got a keynote speaker calling in from overseas or a nationwide team joining from multiple locations, hybrid tech allows full participation without the flights or hotels.
4. Go for catering that aligns with your values
Food is a major sustainability touchpoint. Meet in DCU works with catering partners who focus on:
- Local sourcing to reduce transport emissions
- Seasonal menus to minimise environmental impact
- Reduced meat and dairy options for lower-carbon meals
- Compostable or reusable service items
- Vegetarian and vegan options always available
Not only is the food better for the planet—it’s often fresher and more nutritious too.
5. Other hassle-free ways to implement sustainability
You don’t need to be a sustainability expert to plan a green event at DCU. The events team can support you in:
- Choosing the right rooms and layouts to reduce energy use
- Replacing printed programmes with QR codes or digital links
- Promoting eco-conscious behaviour among attendees
- Using clear, simple signage to guide recycling and waste
- Sharing your sustainability goals in event comms
It’s not about perfection. Even small changes—when done consistently—can add up to meaningful impact.
Why it matters
If your organisation has environmental, social, and governance (ESG) targets, hosting greener events is a practical way to show action—not just words. It also reflects well with staff, clients, and stakeholders, showing that you’re thinking long-term and aligning with global values.
Even if you don’t have formal sustainability goals, hosting events at a green venue like DCU is a simple, impactful choice you can make today.
Host your next sustainable event
Meet in DCU proves that you don’t have to sacrifice professionalism or convenience to go green. The team has the experience, facilities, and mindset to support events that are smarter, cleaner, and more future-focused.
Author Bio: Katie Mcgarr is one of the passionate writers for Meet in DCU, a unique conference venue in Dublin Ireland that is perfect for corporate meetings, conferences, seminars, and events. Writing articles about travel and lifestyle is one thing she finds enjoyable, next to playing the piano.
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