Sustainability at Our Conferences

ECTRIMS Sustainability Mission

ECTRIMS regards sustainability as a fundamental guiding principle in all our endeavours.

Our research and scientific initiatives align directly with the United Nations Sustainable Development Goal of ensuring good health and well-being for all.

Our educational events strive to provide inclusive, equitable, and insightful experiences to all, whilst minimising their environmental impact and contributing positively to local communities.

Commitment to the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs)

ECTRIMS contributes to UN Sustainable Development Goals related to ensuring good health and well-being, improving quality in education, striving for diversity, equity and inclusion within the scientific community, promoting sustainability, and protecting the environment.

Ensure healthy lives and promote well-being for all at all ages

Ensure inclusive and equitable quality education and promote lifelong learning opportunities for all

Achieve gender equality and empower all women and girls

Reduce inequality within and among countries

Make cities and human settlements inclusive, safe, resilient and sustainable

Ensure sustainable consumption and production patterns

Sustainability at our Conferences

At our annual Congress, we actively work towards reducing waste and carbon emissions, recognising the importance of conserving resources for a greener future.

ECTRIMS aims to deploy carbon footprint conscious event planning practices in accordance with the Swisstainable Level 1 classification awarded to its secretariat and official event planner, Congrex Switzerland. Corporate Social Responsibility policies, for example, have been built into supply chains to reduce and compensate for environmental impact. CO2 emissions generated by staff business flights are offset by certified carbon offset projects, including renewable energy initiatives, reforestation programmes, and energy efficient projects.

And by championing local suppliers and establishing accessible and inclusive venues, we aim to create congresses that benefit everyone, the attendees as well as the local economies.

Carbon Footprint Conscious

By adopting carbon footprint conscious practices, we can minimise the impact of our congresses on the environment while also promoting a more responsible approach to event planning.

Reduce, Reuse, Recycle

We actively strive to decrease waste and minimise plastic usage. Thus, we encourage you to bring along a reusable water bottle to the meeting. Rest assured, we have arranged for special water dispensers to be available where you can conveniently refill your bottle.

Less Traffic, Less Pollution

We strongly recommend utilising public transportation to not only reduce traffic congestion but also help reduce air pollution.

Choose Local

By choosing local products, you actively support its economy, sustain existing jobs, and even aid in the creation of new employment opportunities.

Be Cool, Go Paperless

We minimise paper usage to a strict minimum. Instead, we provide a conference application that is fully accessible for everyone and compatible with smartphones, tablets, and laptops.

We Go Hybrid

We recognise the importance of meeting the needs of a diverse audience, which is why we offer both digital and in-person events, with the former providing significant advantages such as enhanced accessibility and decreased environmental impact.