"We must work closely together to make this year a year of global action, one that will be remembered as the dawn of a new era of sustainable development," United Nations Foundation. We know that in order to be considered sustainable, our practices must simultaneously address, handle, and support the four pillars of sustainability: human, social, economic and environmental. From the hard truth to the power the industry holds, this session explores the latest statistics around the environmental impact of events and what event marketers can do to take action to make their events more sustainable. Learning Objectives:
 •  The Hard Truth - Learn the latest stats on how events are affecting natural resources, waste production, and climate change
 •  Our Strength as an Industry - The events industry has the power to make a difference if we all work together. Hear some of the positive news and trends in our space
 •  Event Action Areas - Learn about each event action area and discuss tactical ideas to explore for your next event
 •  Making Sustainability Accessible to All - How to start the conversation or take the next step