--- title: How Sustainability is Shaping the Future of Events description: Learn from thought leaders in the sustainability industry on how to make events more sustainable. Discover 6 ways to reduce waste and increase efficiency, from calculating carbon footprints to partnering with eco-friendly vendors. Hear from event sustainability experts such as Marley Finnegan, Michele Fox, Mercedes M. Hunt, and Joanna Kaplon. Take small steps that lead to big impacts, and help shape a greener future for events. image: https://info.6connex.com/hubfs/3_e-books/e-book%20images/Ebook-SustainabilityShapingFutureofEvents_COVER-1.png --- [![logo](https://info.6connex.com/hubfs/Imported%20images/logo.svg)](https://www.6connex.com/) - Products - Platform - [Pricing](https://www.6connex.com/pricing/) - Solutions - About Us - Resources [See 6C In Action](https://www.6connex.com/about-us/virtual-event-experience/) [Book A Demo](https://www.6connex.com/request-demo/) # How Sustainability is Shaping the Future of Events: A Guide for Planet Conscious Event Professionals ![](https://info.6connex.com/hubfs/3_e-books/e-book%20images/Ebook-SustainabilityShapingFutureofEvents_COVER-1.png) ### GET YOUR FREE COPY The event industry is growing, and so are the concerns about sustainability management, resource sharing, and over-exploitation. As event professionals, we have a responsibility to make our events sustainable to minimize negative impacts on the environment while still providing valuable experiences to attendees. This is why we've created this guide to help you understand the importance of sustainability in event planning and how it can shape the future of events. Hear from  industry experts and thought leaders who are revolutionizing the way events are planned, managed, and executed, featuring:   **[Marley Finnegan](https://www.linkedin.com/in/marleyfinnegan/),** Founder of **[PURPOSE Sustainability Strategy](https://www.linkedin.com/company/purpose-sustainability-strategy/)** **[Michele Fox](https://www.linkedin.com/in/michelefox/),** Founder of **[MUSE](https://www.linkedin.com/company/muse-members-united-for-sustainable-events/) (Members United for Sustainable Events)** **[Mercedes M. 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