EVT61704 Chapter 2: Sustainable Event Management
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What are the main responsibilities of a Sustainability Manager or Coordinator?

  • Managing customer service departments
  • Leading the legal team
  • Developing green policies and initiatives (correct)
  • Overseeing IT infrastructure
  • What is one of the duties of a Sustainability Manager or Coordinator related to environmental impact?

  • Handling employee payroll
  • Improving the organization's environmental impact without compromising other business goals (correct)
  • Negotiating contracts
  • Designing marketing campaigns
  • Which department does a Sustainability Manager or Coordinator NOT directly oversee?

  • Transport
  • Finance (correct)
  • Energy
  • Water
  • What is a key responsibility of a Sustainability Manager or Coordinator in relation to sustainability plans?

    <p>Formulating budgets for sustainability plans</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What role does a Sustainability Manager or Coordinator play in communication?

    <p>Serving as a liaison to communicate sustainability plans</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is an important aspect of a Sustainability Manager or Coordinator's responsibilities according to the text?

    <p>Finding new, innovative, and economically reductive ways to stay green</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is NOT listed as a key issue with direct environmental impacts for events?

    <p>Greenhouse gas emissions</p> Signup and view all the answers

    According to the information provided, which region has the highest concentration of the most polluted countries?

    <p>Asia</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is NOT listed as a potential environmental issue related to water at events?

    <p>Depletion of groundwater resources</p> Signup and view all the answers

    According to the information provided, approximately how many premature deaths per year are caused by air pollution?

    <p>3.7 million</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following environmental issues is NOT mentioned in the text?

    <p>Soil contamination</p> Signup and view all the answers

    According to the information provided, which of the following statements is true?

    <p>90% of the world's population breathes unsafe air.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which staff members are responsible for mobile compost stewardship?

    <p>Bin stewards</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is one of the responsibilities of the Waste & Resource Recovery Coordinator?

    <p>Recycling and composting coordination</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a key task for the Water & Resource Recovery Coordinator?

    <p>Setup water refill infrastructure</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the focus of Sustainability Management in operations?

    <p>Recycling and composting coordination</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which aspect is emphasized in the management of drinking water for sustainability?

    <p>Confirming main water supply safety</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a role played by Catering in sustainability management?

    <p>Identifying sustainable food options</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the main purpose of a Sustainability Policy?

    <p>To clarify priority intentions and prevent last-minute green event programs</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How can a Sustainability Policy help event planners and vendors?

    <p>By formalizing expectations and providing clear priorities</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why are events encouraged to have Sustainability Policies?

    <p>To protect against reputational risks and negative public relations</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the role of a Sustainability Policy in reducing risks for events?

    <p>Identifying and protecting against various risks</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How can Sustainability Policies benefit event planners and their vendors regarding resource allocation?

    <p>By giving clear priorities and orientation on resource allocation</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In what way does a Sustainability Policy help prevent events from appearing as random acts with no clear objectives?

    <p>By formalizing expectations and clarifying priority intentions</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What approach is recommended to capture necessary segments when measuring the effect of a sustainability management program?

    <p>Triple Bottom Line</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In the context of sustainability management, what is the purpose of measuring against various set goals and targets?

    <p>To gauge the effect of the sustainability management program</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Who is interested in the content of the performance report as per the text?

    <p>Various stakeholders including environmental, cultural, and socio-economic groups</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which aspect of the event industry or geographical region should be reported as per best accepted practice?

    <p>The best accepted practice within the event industry or geographic region</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How are indirect effects and outcomes, especially intangible aspects, recommended to be measured in the evaluation of sustainability management?

    <p>By considering intangibles and enduring legacies</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What are some examples of influences on event types and sustainability impacts?

    <p>Business community, cultural influences, purpose</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What are some examples of event settings mentioned in the text?

    <p>Internal facilities, greenfield sites, event precincts</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What factors increase the complexity of sustainability performance for large events?

    <p>Scale of impact and size of the event</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Who are responsible for mobile compost stewardship?

    <p>Staff members</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary purpose of a Sustainability Policy?

    <p>To reduce risks for events</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is emphasized in the management of drinking water for sustainability?

    <p>Water quality and conservation</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How can a Sustainability Policy help event planners in clarifying priority intentions?

    <p>By formalizing expectations and giving clear priorities to follow from the very beginning.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the role of a Sustainability Policy in reducing risks for events?

    <p>Identifying and protecting against reputational risks, ethical issues, irresponsible sourcing decisions, and other social and environmental issues.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why are Sustainability Policies an important tool for event planners and vendors?

    <p>To orient staff and vendors in how to spend time and resources, as they often don't pay enough attention to sustainability issues.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How do Sustainability Policies prevent events from appearing as random acts with no clear objectives?

    <p>By clarifying priority intentions and desired returns so that clear objectives can be achieved.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the main purpose of using a Sustainability Policy as a mission statement?

    <p>To indicate commitment to sustainable development and focus efforts on sustainability management.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How do Sustainability Policies benefit event planners and vendors regarding resource allocation?

    <p>By providing orientation on how to allocate time and resources from the very beginning.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Who are the interested parties in the content of the performance report in sustainability management?

    <p>Stakeholders such as investors, regulators, and the public are interested.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What should be included in the sustainability performance report specific to an event?

    <p>The report should include sustainability issues, best accepted practices, forecasted goals and outcomes, and measurement of indirect effects and intangibles.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of measuring against various set goals and targets in sustainability management?

    <p>The purpose is to gauge the effectiveness of the sustainability management program.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What approach is recommended for capturing necessary segments when measuring the effect of a sustainability management program?

    <p>The Triple Bottom Line approach is recommended.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How should indirect effects and outcomes, especially intangible aspects, be measured in the evaluation of sustainability management?

    <p>Indirect effects and outcomes should be measured by considering legacy and enduring impacts.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What are the 5 steps to creating an Event Sustainability Policy?

    <ol> <li>Clarify the Scope 2. Identify Issues 3. Communicate Priorities 4. Organize Resources 5. Focus Intentions</li> </ol> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the importance of identifying issues in sustainability management and policies?

    <p>Identifying issues helps make the policy relevant by addressing specific problems and concerns.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Who are some of the attendees at events according to the text?

    <p>Public - ticket buyers, Public - free access, Exclusive - Invite only, Exclusive - Members, Staff, Academics, Customers / clients, Supply chain (vendors, distributors)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is one factor that can enhance sustainability performance outcomes according to the text?

    <p>Level of aptitude - existing interest or empathy for sustainability</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why is it important to organize resources in event sustainability management?

    <p>To establish available resources (time, money, people) to achieve objectives with necessary budget allocation and specified systems to monitor and measure impacts.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the level of control over attendees in public free access events without fencing/security according to the text?

    <p>The hardest to control</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is one of the responsibilities of a Bin Steward staff member?

    <p>Recycling and composting coordination</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the main purpose of setting up water refill infrastructure at events?

    <p>To promote the use of refillable drink containers</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the key task for the Waste & Resource Recovery Coordinator?

    <p>Resource recovery accounting</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the main focus of Sustainability Management in operations?

    <p>To cover sustainability issues</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is one of the duties of the Water & Resource Recovery Coordinator?

    <p>Allocate staff for water refill stations</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of the Education program for compost toilets?

    <p>To identify ways to recover urine for fertilizer</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What are some key issues for events with direct environmental impacts?

    <p>Air pollution, particulates, airborne litter, dust management, chemical releases, toxic residue, waterborne litter, waste and wastewater, water flow or diversion management, riparian zone protection, turbidity, underwater noise, surface protection, avoidance or management of erosion and sediments, protection of local environment and fauna, snow and ice management, light and sound pollution.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How many premature deaths per year are caused by air pollution?

    <p>3.7 million premature deaths per year.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Where are 90% of the world's population breathing unsafe air located?

    <p>90% of the world's population breathing unsafe air are located in Asia.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the focus of Sustainability Management in operations?

    <p>The focus is on identifying environmental issues and implementing policies to mitigate them.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What region has the highest concentration of the most polluted countries?

    <p>Asia has the highest concentration of the most polluted countries.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    List some potential environmental issues related to water at events.

    <p>Waterborne litter, waste and wastewater management, turbidity, underwater noise.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the main focus of Sustainability Management in operations?

    <p>Identifying Issues</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What are some examples of potential environmental issues mentioned in the text?

    <p>Surface protection, erosion and sediments, snow and ice management, light and sound pollution</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What are the steps recommended for identifying issues in Sustainability Management?

    <ol> <li>Confirm adequate planning time, 2. Discuss issues at project meetings, 3. Review previous sustainability reports, 4. Communicate with stakeholders, 5. Review external requirements, 6. Review existing questions</li> </ol> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of setting up water refill infrastructure at events?

    <p>Protection of local environment from event impacts</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How can a Sustainability Policy help event planners and vendors?

    <p>By clarifying priority intentions and reducing risks</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is one of the key responsibilities of the Waste & Resource Recovery Coordinator?

    <p>Protection of local fauna from event impacts</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary purpose of a Sustainability Policy?

    <p>To focus efforts on sustainability management and indicate commitment to sustainable development.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How does a Sustainability Policy help prevent events from appearing as random acts with no clear objectives?

    <p>By clarifying priority intentions and preventing last-minute green event programs.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a key benefit of a Sustainability Policy for event planners and vendors?

    <p>It helps clarify priority intentions, reduce risks, and orient staff and vendors.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the role of a Sustainability Policy in reducing risks for events?

    <p>It identifies and protects against reputational risks and negative public relations.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why is it important to organize resources in event sustainability management?

    <p>To prevent last-minute green event programs and ensure clear objectives.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How can Sustainability Policies benefit event planners regarding resource allocation?

    <p>By giving clear priorities to follow from the beginning and reducing risks.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How can a Sustainability Policy benefit event organizers in terms of attracting new attendees and staff?

    <p>Differentiate from competitors and attract new attendees who buy into green lifestyle.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is one way in which a Sustainability Policy can save money for event organizers?

    <p>Through reduce and re-use practices.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How does Sustainability Policy benefit event attendees in terms of convenience?

    <p>By saving time and travel distance or providing ease of access through local destinations and virtual events.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the main purpose of setting up water refill infrastructure at events?

    <p>To reduce plastic waste and encourage sustainability practices.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How can Sustainability Policies benefit event planners and vendors regarding resource allocation?

    <p>Help in clarifying priority intentions.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is emphasized in the management of drinking water for sustainability?

    <p>Reducing waste and promoting sustainable water practices.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What are some key responsibilities of a Waste & Resource Recovery Coordinator in sustainability management?

    <p>Recycling and composting coordination, Bin stewards (staff), Mobile compost stewards, Vendor liaison staff, Reclamation team and waste sorters, Bin audit and resource recovery accounting</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What are some tasks typically assigned to a Water & Resource Recovery Coordinator in sustainability management?

    <p>Coordinator for compost, vacuum or low-flush toilets &amp; waterless urinals, Education program for compost toilets, Identify ways to recover urine for fertilizer, Convert handwash to hand sanitiser, Outreach for potential eco-cleaning or personal products brands</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What are some actions recommended for promoting sustainability in Catering operations?

    <p>Identify sustainable food options, Work with vendors to create and manage menus, Outreach to potential product placement brands or sponsors, Identify and initiate use of appropriate serviceware, Liaison with caterer/vendor for management of food waste</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What initiatives are suggested for managing Drinking Water sustainably at events?

    <p>Disengage drinking water sales from profit, Confirm main water supply is safe to drink, Setup water refill infrastructure, Promotion to attendees on bringing refillable drink containers, Sell branded re-usable drink containers</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What are some strategies proposed for reducing environmental impact in Sustainability Management operations?

    <p>Source: Event Sustainability Management (Jones, 2018)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How can event organizers encourage sustainable practices among attendees?

    <p>Sell branded re-usable drink containers, Arrange on-site directional signages to water stations, Allocate staff for water refill stations and re-usable containers sales counters</p> Signup and view all the answers

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