How to host eco-friendly waste wise events

Hosting an eco-friendly, waste wise event is easier than you think!

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How to plan an eco-friendly event, step by step

Before the event

1. Set waste goals! You could aim to host a plastic-free event, or reduce your waste disposal cost by 20 per cent.Good goals will help you plan and make collaboration with stakeholders smoother. 
2. Consider if the Wash Against Waste trailer is suitable for your event. Reach out to B-Alternative for a quote. 
3. Strategic bin planning. Place recycling and landfill bins together near food areas and exits to make it easy for your guests to use the right bin. Make your stations stand out by borrowing our Bin it Right kit.        
4. Collect 10c bottles and cans – cash in or donate the profits.    
5. Book South East Water’s hydration station. Fresh, free water for your guests. What’s not to love? Hydration Station | South East Water     
6. Inform your vendors early. Ask vendors to avoid single-use plastic items (straws, balloons, bags). Let them know they are responsible for their back-of-house rubbish and should consider unpacking products before arriving to avoid clogging your guest bins. Download an example email to send to send your vendors(DOCX, 16KB). 
7. Showcase your event as a leader in sustainability. Proudly promote your waste-wise initiatives and encourage guests to bring reusable cups, bottles, and bags. Download an example social post(DOCX, 14KB).  

During the event

1. Engage a team of volunteers to guide guests at bin stations and help collect Wash Against Waste reusable dishes.  Reach out to local sports clubs or scout groups – they are often happy to help at community events in exchange for collecting the 10-cent containers to raise funds for their group, or email waste@mornpen.vic.gov.au for assistance.  
2. Support vendors. Check in with stalls during the event, to make sure they’re following waste guidelines and sorting their own waste.  

After the event

1. Evaluate. Track recycling, landfill and 10c container volumes.  Ask your waste service provider to give you a report that you can use for continual improvement. 
2. Acknowledge efforts and share results. Thank vendors, staff and volunteers for supporting the waste wise approach and share the results of your collective efforts. 
3. Reflect. Identify successes and areas for improvement for your next event.