Meetings have gotten greener in recent years, say more than half of planners. Yet, 65 percent of the 101 respondents to a recent M&C poll rarely or never implement green meeting initiatives that add cost. Only one in four consider a hotel's green efforts "very important." For more findings on this topic, go to mcmag.com/green.
Does your organization have a policy regarding green meetings?
Do you implement green-meeting measures that add costs?When selecting a meeting venue, how important are green policies and procedures?Are your meetings greener now than they were two years ago?Do you provide means for attendees to recycle paper, cans and bottles on-site?
Are you aware that convention facilities and hotels can be certified as environmentally responsible?
84% Yes
16% No
With which of the followingcertifications are you familiar?
88% LEED
83% Energy Star
28% Green Seal
18% Green Key
13% Green Globe
Are green certifications a factor in your venue selection?
11% Yes, to a great extent
26% Yes, somewhat
27% To a minimal extent
36% Not at all
Source: M&C Research survey of 101 meeting professionals