Sustainable events

Our Events Medway Sustainable Event Guides have been designed to help you in planning and executing environmentally friendly events in Medway.

Each guide is divided into 9 key sections, each addressing specific aspects of sustainable event management. It also provides tailored recommendations for events, depending on event size.

Sustainable event guides

Medway Events Team will be on hand to assist and guide you throughout your event application, which will include feedback on your sustainability plans.

Climate change

Climate change is one of the most urgent issues facing us all today. In response to this, Medway Council declared a climate emergency in 2019 and has committed to achieving net zero carbon across Medway “the place” by 2050.

Users can help to make this happen by reducing the environmental impact of their event. This also supports the ambition of Medway’s Climate Change Action Plan.

Read more on climate change.

While it's true that events have a significant impact on the environment, that does not mean bringing them to a halt. Rather, it highlights the need for events to evolve and become more sustainable.

By embracing low or zero carbon practices and adopting responsible event management strategies, we not only minimise the environmental footprint of these public gatherings, but also contribute to the long-term well-being and ecological integrity of our community.

Switching to sustainable events is not just about being eco-responsible. It’s a testament of our commitment to achieving net zero carbon by 2050. Through these efforts and the implementation of best practices, events can continue to thrive and provide enjoyment for Medway residents, as well as making it an attractive place to visit.