Resources for a Sustainable Event

  • Green Your Festival

    Galway city is world famous for its festivals and events. Prior to organising, you should have a think about the waste you will produce, the energy you will consume and the water you will use, and how you might manage these effectively.

    Consider a resource pack to get you started, which is available on www.greenyourfestival.ie or by contacting the Environment Education Officer on environment@galwaycity.ie.

  • Download Regenerative Event Checklist

    Download your checklist here

    Hand book on how to green your event here

    It all begins with an idea. Here are 13 ways to make your next event regenerative and support the UN Sustainable Development Goals.

  • FoodCloud

    What will happen to unused food after your event?

    FoodCloud Hub in Galway works with food businesses who have volumes of surplus food, such as farms, manufacturers and distributors to manage ad-hoc and regular supplies of surplus as efficiently as possible.

    The food is counted and uploaded through a robust industry standard food safety to ensure that food is collected and delivered to charity partners in a safe condition.

    FOODCLOUD HUB GALWAY

    +353 (0)91 790687 Learn More

  • Business in the Community

    Leading advisers on Sustainability and CSR

    BITC’s three-year strategic action plan brings together the key areas of our work and develops a coherent and integrated offering for leading businesses and programme participants. The Action Plan is influenced by the UN Sustainable Development Goals, where business plays a fundamental role in ensuring our transition to a low carbon economy and realising meaningful social inclusion.

    Become a member and see what changes you can make in Galway.

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  • My Waste

    Will you have any leftover materials from your event?

    It’s easy to get confused about what goes where. We’re here to help, with everything you ever wanted to know about your waste and recycling. Welcome to My Waste, Ireland’s official guide to managing your waste.

    Here you will find everything you need and want to know about managing your waste responsibly, efficiently and in the way that suits you. Browse this site for your local waste services; bring banks, recycling facilities along with ways to help you prevent waste, reuse and upcycle.

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  • Rethink Ireland

    Get involved and make an impact with the community.

    Rethink Ireland provides cash grants and business support to the social innovations who can make a real difference. Our task is to fuel these innovations with the knowledge and the advice they’ll need to succeed on a nationally impactful scale.

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    The impact of every euro donated, whether it comes through corporate or philanthropic channels, is measured.

  • Carbon Offsetting

    A tree is a universal symbol of strength and growth as they stand tall and strong all over the world. Planting a tree can create a legacy for you or a loved one that will last lifetimes to come.