Creating impactful, socially and environmentally responsible events
Together, we aim to:
- reduce our environmental footprint
- support communities in their transition to a sustainable economy
- promote innovation
- embrace diversity and inclusion in all its dimensions
As part of the Easyfairs Group, we are members of the Net Zero Carbon Events pledge and commit to being net zero by 2050 and to halve our greenhouse gas emissions by 2030.
THE 6 main initiatieves
to achieve these objectives:
1.
Production & waste
We have implemented a strict waste management and waste reduction plan
- We sort all waste
- We put sorting bins at strategic locations
- We are committed to reducing plastic and paper waste
- We use recyclable plastic for our production needs
- We provide digital signage whenever possible
- We reuse printed banners, flags, and signs for future editions of Realty
- We use eco-friendly cleaning products
2.
Energy
The Gare Maritime is an energy-neutral building
- Renewable energy is generated on site: heat and cold are produced by geothermal energy, and solar panels generate electricity
- No fossil fuels are used for heating or cooling
- We limit our energy consumption by not only strictly controlling the heating, but also the lighting and HVAC levels during the buildup and dismantling of Realty
- We turn off electricity at night
- During event setup and teardown, we limit the temperature to 18°C
3.
Travel & accommodation
We’re aiming to reduce travel emissions
- Tour & Taxis provides:
- Electric vehicle charging stations
- A limited number of parking spots nearby exclusive for people with a disability
- We provide a shuttle service from the Brussels North Station and collaborate with TaxiVert, ensuring you can participate and return home with peace of mind
- We encourage visitors to come to Realty on foot, by bicycle, or by public transport
- We encourage exhibitors to carpool to Realty
We have implemented a strict waste management and waste reduction plan
- We sort all waste
- We put sorting bins at strategic locations
- We are committed to reducing plastic and paper waste
- We use recyclable plastic for our production needs
- We provide digital signage whenever possible
- We reuse printed banners, flags, and signs for future editions of Realty
- We use eco-friendly cleaning products
The Gare Maritime is an energy-neutral building
- Renewable energy is generated on site: heat and cold are produced by geothermal energy, and solar panels generate electricity
- No fossil fuels are used for heating or cooling
- We limit our energy consumption by not only strictly controlling the heating, but also the lighting and HVAC levels during the buildup and dismantling of Realty
- We turn off electricity at night
- During event setup and teardown, we limit the temperature to 18°C
We’re aiming to reduce travel emissions
- Tour & Taxis provides:
- Electric vehicle charging stations
- A limited number of parking spots nearby exclusive for people with a disability
- We provide a shuttle service from the Brussels North Station and collaborate with TaxiVert, ensuring you can participate and return home with peace of mind
- We encourage visitors to come to Realty on foot, by bicycle, or by public transport
- We encourage exhibitors to carpool to Realty
5.
Food & food waste
Gare Maritime has its very own food market
- Discover the food market’s 10 street food concepts and unique bar experience at an iconic location
- Vegetarian and vegan options are available at all catering points
6.
Social responsibility
We aim to be a socially responsible event
- We are committed to being an accessible event for everyone
- Gare Maritime is wheelchair accessible
- We curate our committees’ members carefully
- The Realty Steering Committee is composed of some of the most influential and well-known movers and shakers in Belgian real estate
- Sustainability is a key topic in our conference program, with topics such as circularity & retrofitting, affordable housing in the Flemish center cities…
- Discover the full program here
- We carefully select our exhibitors and partners with a focus on sustainability and innovation
- We partner with PropTech Lab, whose mission is to ease the digital and sustainable transformation of the construction and real estate value chain
- We bestow the Realty Awards 2024 to give visibility and support to the most impactful projects of real estate and construction companies, as well as to innovative companies in real estate technology
We apply sustainability criteria when selecting our suppliers
Gare Maritime has its very own food market
- Discover the food market’s 10 street food concepts and unique bar experience at an iconic location
- Vegetarian and vegan options are available at all catering points
We aim to be a socially responsible event
- We are committed to being an accessible event for everyone
- Gare Maritime is wheelchair accessible
- We curate our committees’ members carefully
- The Realty Steering Committee is composed of some of the most influential and well-known movers and shakers in Belgian real estate
- Sustainability is a key topic in our conference program, with topics such as circularity & retrofitting, affordable housing in the Flemish center cities…
- Discover the full program here
- We carefully select our exhibitors and partners with a focus on sustainability and innovation
- We partner with PropTech Lab, whose mission is to ease the digital and sustainable transformation of the construction and real estate value chain
- We bestow the Realty Awards 2024 to give visibility and support to the most impactful projects of real estate and construction companies, as well as to innovative companies in real estate technology
VISITOR?
Here’s what you can do:
You can contribute to making Realty a sustainable event!
- Come on foot, by bike, or by public transport to Realty. If you still choose to drive, share a ride with your colleagues and/or friends!
- Dispose of your waste in the correct sorting bin.
- Stay in an (eco)hotel within walking distance or come to Realty from the city center using public transport.
EXHIBITOR?
Here’s what you can do:
As an exhibitor, you play a significant role in the creation of a sustainable edition of Realty.
- Choose a reusable all-in stand from Easyfairs or design your own stand that you can reuse.
- Install LED lighting in your stand.
- Use reusable panels (e.g., without a date) made from recyclable materials, and if possible, with environmentally friendly ink.
- Try to use as much recyclable flooring as possible.
- Giving a gift to visitors? Consider whether the gift is useful and will be effectively used.
- Recycle by using our sorting bins.
- Use public transport or carpool with your colleagues if possible.
- Stay in a (eco)hotel within walking distance or overnight in the city center and come to the event using public transportation.
- Choose sustainable and local transport and logistics companies, as well as suppliers.
- Avoid single-use plastics.
- Inspire visitors by introducing them to your sustainable practices and/or products.
