CONSERVICE WATER AT YOUR NEXT MEETING/EVENT
BEST PRACTICES 

Saving water at your meetings and events is a key focus for achieving your sustainability goals.  Below are some best practices.

1.    Use water bubblers instead of individual bottled water.  This reduces the use of single-use plastic bottles.  Make sure you use glassware not plastic cups.

2.    Ask your venue if they use water-efficient appliances/

3.    Promote mindful water consumption: Encourage participants to be conscious of their water consumption. Remind them to only fill their cups or glasses with the amount of water they need to minimize waste.

4.    Display signage: Place visible signs near sinks or water dispensers reminding attendees to turn off the tap tightly after use. This helps prevent water wastage due to dripping faucets.

5.    Implement a water station strategy: Set up a designated water station where attendees can refill their bottles or cups throughout the meeting. This reduces the need for new cups or bottles and promotes reusable options.

6.    Optimize restroom facilities: Ensure that the restroom facilities are equipped with water-saving features such as low-flow toilets, dual-flush mechanisms, and aerators on faucets. These measures can significantly reduce water usage.

7.    Avoid unnecessary ice usage: Be mindful of ice usage for beverages. Avoid excessive ice in drink dispensers or pitchers, as it can melt unused and go to waste.

8.    Do not pre-set beverage at events.

9.    Spread awareness: Before and during the meeting, raise awareness about the importance of water conservation. Educate attendees about the impact of water scarcity and encourage them to adopt water-saving habits in their daily lives.

By implementing these conservation strategies, you can make a positive impact on water usage during your meeting while promoting sustainable practices among attendees.


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