Ecology
We realise that protecting the climate and the environment are paramount to maintaining an excellent quality of life – for us and for the generations to come. Our “Green Policy” is founded on this principle: “Avoid, realise – and only then provide sustainable disposal.”
The focus is currently on energy, climate, recycling and knowledge transfer.
In the energy sector, we:
- deliver 95% of natural light throughout the premises, thus achieving lower energy consumption.
- use environment-friendly energy sources (100% green power) throughout the entire building.
- use power-efficient lighting technology (LED light sources).
- put a premium on water-saving measures (including commensurate fixtures, rinse stop buttons, 100% biodegradable toilet paper).
- are committed to “green IT” (e.g., use of power-saving PCs and print devices as well as energy-efficient servers).
In the climate protection sector, we:
- benefit from energy-saving “natural” climate controls inherent in the building’s own historic structural features.
- help lower CO2 emissions by promoting the use of convenient pedestrian access points and multiple public transportation options to the Hofburg Vienna.
- work in spaces that have rooms with individual controlled HVAC.
- enhance the efficiency of our HVAC by regular monitoring.
- give preference to catering partners who use organic, seasonal and local products when preparing meals.
To ensure optimal recycling, we:
- operate a waste separation programme in all business office and other administrative areas.
- use biodegradable materials for cleaning and maintenance services and during all event activities.
- strongly encourage our catering partners to utilise multi-use tableware/white tableware.
- enforce our waste management concept.
For knowledge transfer, we:
- promote among and advise our customers on the organisation of environmentally-friendly events.
- support our partners with innovative ideas on climate protection.
- promote the certification of “Green Meetings”.
As to future projects:
- plan on reducing stand-by electricity consumption.
- implement energy saving plans that entail a 10–15% lower energy demand by employing phase compensation.
- implement an IT-controlled power circuit switching (including centralised lighting management).
- evaluate the carbon footprint of an event.
Further information about our environmental policy and our publication How to make a green event
We would also be happy to help you conduct your first Green Meeting.
We would also like to refer you to these related websites for additional information:
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