We are the leading authority on
sustainable events in South Africa
Making sustainable events easier
We believe sustainable practices make business sense, and better events.
The Event Greening Forum provides practical event greening guidance to help South Africa’s events industry become increasingly sustainable.
From our Minimum Standards for Sustainable Events and EGF Certification, to providing a range of educational opportunities and promoting more sustainable services and suppliers through our Green Database, we have the tools to help you start your event greening journey today.
Sustainable events start here…📍
How can the EGF help you?
GET EGF CERTIFIED
Demonstrate your event’s sustainability performance against an industry-recognised standard.

FIND GREEN SUPPLIERS
Search the EGF Green Database for sustainable products and services for your next event.

LEARN & IMPROVE
Access practical guidance, standards, webinars and resources for greener events.

We help South Africa's events industry become more environmentally and socially sustainable — while making good business sense.
Become A Member 🤝
If you would like to join our community of sustainable event industry players, and gain the benefits associated with membership, you can.
BUILD CREDIBILITY
Strengthen your reputation by aligning with South Africa’s leading authority on sustainable eventing.
EXPAND YOUR SKILLS
EGF members can qualify to become EGF Certification assessors and expand their portfolio.
UNLOCK OPPORTUNITIES
Be recommended to organisations seeking trusted green suppliers and services.
Upcoming Events and Training Sessions
What is Better Stands?
Join the Event Greening Forum for a practical webinar exploring the Better Stands Framework, which encourages the exhibition industry to move towards reusable stands and reduce waste. We’ll also look at how these principles connect with the EGF Green Stand Awards, what else contributes to a strong entry, and how to identify suitable stands and support your submission with the right evidence.
Latest Event Greening News & Articles

New Member Special Offer
Now is a great time to join the EGF: New members who join now can enjoy the rest of 2026 membership at no cost, and pay only for 2027 membership!

Give a Gift That Grows: The Green Net’s 2027 KZN Biodiversity Calendar
Looking for a meaningful corporate gift for 2027? EGF member The Green Net NPC has a lovely idea that celebrates South Africa’s natural heritage while supporting practical environmental action: its 2027 KZN Biodiversity Calendar.

What if your next stand was designed for six events, not one?
SI Digital is challenging event professionals to think beyond the next exhibition — and design stands for the second, third and even sixth use. Most