EBACE Looks To Go 'Green'

Sustainability will be top of mind next week at EBACE 2023 in Geneva, according to organizers NBAA and EBAA. The Palexpo convention center—home to the annual event since 2001—is powered entirely by renewable energy and its rooftop array is the second-largest solar-power generator in Switzerland.

For the show, which runs Tuesday to Thursday next week, all energy usage from Palexpo and 22 show hotels will be tracked. Then all resulting carbon emissions will be offset through verified projects, along with those generated by shuttle buses to and from the show site.

In addition, nearly 80 percent of the waste generated at the event will be sorted on-site, with almost half of it being recycled. In terms of the carpeting used for the show floor, upwards of 75 percent of it also will be recycled. Show officials noted that during the event setup and take-down, lighting will be reduced and the building’s HVAC systems will be turned off. Lastly, all food served at the event will be locally sourced and sustainably delivered.

“The business aviation community is committed to sustainability and carbon reduction in everything we do—from the airport to the show floor and beyond,” said NBAA senior v-p for events Chris Strong. “Not only will the event be among the most carbon-neutral editions of the show to date, but it will also feature a two-day summit focused on lowering the industry’s overall carbon footprint. We are committed to sustainability on the ground and in the air.”