Event Greening News
Matcha & Minds
Introducing a new vodcast series by the EGF, (produced by STRONG PR, Marketing and Events) where we stir together sustainability, innovation, and human connection in a mindful cup of matcha.
Hosted by well-known event greening advocate, Morwesi Ramonyai, each episode features candid conversations with key voices in our industry – from green tech disruptors and venue trailblazers to event planners, suppliers, and policy shapers.
With matcha in hand, we’ll put our minds in motion.
From planning to practice: Joburg workshop unpacks basics of event greening
Our second edition of the Introduction to Event Greening Workshop, which took place on 22 July 2025 in Johannesburg, brought together event professionals eager to take their first steps towards sustainability.
Small steps can lead to a large impact, an event greening workshop reveals
A full house of enthusiastic event professionals gathered on 8 July 2025 at The Forum, Embassy Hill, for the Introduction to Event Greening workshop, hosted by the Event Greening Forum (EGF).
Back to basics for better impact going forward – July 2025
Too often, we hear that going green is “too complicated and costly”, but this simply isn’t true. To really embrace sustainability and stop greenwashing, there
The ripple effect: How events can take more responsibility for life below water
The ocean is one of the largest living ecosystems on our planet, making up over 70% of the Earth’s surface and providing over 50% of
The “Four R’s” of responsibility: Can this framework for events and exhibition stands advance sustainability goals?
In the ever-evolving landscape of sustainable events and exhibitions, a growing debate within the South African industry has emerged: can the application of the Four
Rethinking urban impact: How events can support sustainable cities and communities
Earlier this week, we marked Earth Day (22 April), a global reminder of our collective responsibility to protect the environment – not just in untouched wilderness, but in the places we live, work, and gather.
Equity in the Events Sector: How EGF Is Advancing SDG 10 and Reducing Inequalities
April is Diversity Month, and in the events industry, that means taking deliberate action to build a more inclusive, equitable sector.
Changing the MICE industry’s legacy from wasteful to responsible
International Day of Zero Waste reminded us that every procurement decision we make during events leaves an impact – so we have to choose wisely.
Wesgro’s Award-Winning Green Stand
Wesgro won Platinum for their exhibition’s sustainability initiatives during Meetings Africa Green Stand Awards.