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Driving sustainability at IMHX

As an events organiser, we know that we have a powerful opportunity to not only contribute to sustainability, but be a leader in creating a more conscious and responsible industry.

Being a sustainable business is central to how we run IMHX, how we make decisions and how we do business every day.

Learn about our commitment to being an environment-first event

Now, more than ever, we are committed to improving the sustainability of IMHX, and aim to continue to be at the forefront of driving change within the events industry.

>> Learn more about Sustainability at Informa

Did you know?

We're powered by renewable energy

Both Informa Market’s offices and events within Europe (which includes IMHX), will be powered by renewable electricity.


This means that our electricity usage will be carbon neutral, reducing 82% in office carbon impact, and 67% in our events carbon print.

At IMHX, we're committed to...

inspiring sustainable development

...inspiring sustainable development

We focus on:

  • Using our content to support the sustainability of the market and provide knowledge and insights that address some of the industry's greatest challenges.
  • Showcasing suppliers projects of sustainability success through free content
  • Inspiring our suppliers, exhibitors and other stakeholders to deliver a sustainable event
  • Developing market-relevant partnerships  
running IMHX in an responsible manner

....running IMHX in an responsible manner

We focus on:

  • Reducing our event’s carbon emissions
  • Considering sustainability credentials of the items sourced for the event
  • Implementing the Better Stands programme and other waste reduction initiatives to eradicate most of the waste generated by the event, including build, catering and promotional items.
being as socially responsible

....and being as socially responsible as possible.

We focus on:

  • Doing business safely and ethically
  • Considering wellbeing and accessibility at our events
  • Creating a positive impact on our host cities
  • Measuring our impacts
  • Implementing Health & Safety measures to ensure your safety if you decide to join us in-person whilst providing an accessible virtual platform to stay connected, share knowledge and do business.
  • Partner with charities to support the local community

Exhibitors - how we can help you have a sustainable show:

sustainability checklist
sustainability checklist