Sustainable Event Management

Organizational Practices and Policies

HUNGEXPO applies well-thought-out and sustainable organizational practices across its three main areas of activity—own exhibitions, guest events, and film productions—ensuring the highest quality service for our partners and visitors.
For own organized exhibitions, we prioritize efficient planning, maximizing visitor experience, and implementing sustainable solutions, such as the use of green energy. Our goal is to set an example in all aspects of our events.
For guest events, we offer a flexible approach while leveraging our infrastructure and experienced team to meet unique requirements. Our services are designed in alignment with sustainability and quality guidelines.
For film productions, we provide versatile locations, outstanding technical support, and logistical assistance, contributing to more sustainable filmmaking. Our aim is to ensure that all our activities are seamless, professional, and environmentally conscious.

Purchasing materials

HUNGEXPO strives to use materials with the lowest possible environmental impact in its events and operations. At our exhibitions, for example, we use neck straps made from recyclable materials and minimise their quantity. The carpeting of our pavilions is returned and recycled by our partners after the events, reducing the amount of waste generated.
Our pavilions are equipped with energy-saving LED lighting instead of traditional light bulbs. We also pay attention to sustainable operations in our staff areas – for example, we use capsule-free coffee machines, paper takeaway boxes and eco-friendly cleaning products in our daily operations.

Catering and Food Management

We prioritize biodegradable alternatives and recyclable packaging instead of plastics. To minimize single-use items, we provide refillable water bottles and drinking fountains.
At our events, we always favor metal, glass, and porcelain tableware and service utensils. For take-away options, we use paper and other compostable materials.
When designing our food and beverage menu, we prioritize local suppliers and fresh, chemical-free ingredients from sustainable sources. Whenever possible, we use seasonal ingredients to reduce logistical resource consumption.

Since 2021, Hungexpo has been preparing meals in its own on-site kitchen, equipped with state-of-the-art technology. This energy-efficient operation and optimized logistics significantly reduce the carbon footprint of our entire catering service.

At Hungexpo, we place great emphasis on continuously reducing our environmental impact while adhering to sustainability principles, particularly in efforts to prevent food waste. In collaboration with our subcontractors, we optimize portion sizes and ensure that surplus food from our events is not discarded but distributed to families and individuals in need through charitable organizations. These donations are received with deep appreciation.

We currently maintain partnerships with the following organizations:
– Hungarian Charity Service of the Order of Malta
– Re-Forming Association
– Large Families’ Association of Újpalota
– Hungarian Food Bank Association
– Caritas Hungary
– Hungarian Reformed Church Aid

In 2024, we also launched the first ready meal rescue pilot programme together with the Hungarian Charity Service of the Order of Malta, which has so far provided hot meals to more than 1,700 people in need. The programme has delivered the leftover food in the form of varied and nutritious menus to institutions serving the homeless, people with disabilities and families in difficult circumstances.
Sustainability is also an important part of our daily operations: for example, we neutralise the carbon footprint of our office coffee consumption by planting trees through our partners. With the support of the MyForest movement, one tree is planted for every 100 kg of coffee consumed, helping to reduce the CO₂ in the air.

Education and Awareness

Our commitment to environmental protection and sustainability extends beyond setting an example – we actively encourage our partners, exhibitors, and visitors to adopt more sustainable solutions. Our events exclusively use renewable energy sources, and we implement selective waste management practices to promote recycling. We share and advocate for best practices in sustainability, fostering a collective effort towards environmental responsibility.

Sustainable Film Production

Hungexpo provides versatile, technologically advanced venues and reliable logistical support for the film industry, facilitating productions that adhere to sustainability principles. Our locations are designed to meet the requirements of sustainable filmmaking, offering an optimal environment for productions aligned with ESG principles.
Our infrastructure – featuring green energy solutions, LED lighting, and energy-efficient technologies –helps production teams minimize their environmental footprint. Furthermore, we prioritize waste reduction strategies and encourage the use of reusable materials in film production processes.

Beyond offering technical support for sustainability, our goal is to provide a platform for productions that actively contribute to the advancement of eco-friendly filmmaking, thereby promoting the film industry’s positive social and environmental impact.