EVT61704 Sustainable Event Management Chapter 9 Waste Quiz

Play an AI-generated podcast conversation about this lesson

What are some strategies for waste prevention in food and beverage planning?

Serve less food, estimate accurately, communicate with caterers, promote variety of food, encourage BYO utensils and containers

How can vendors in food and beverage preparations reduce waste?

Use reusable cookware, reduce service ware size, prohibit single serve sachets, encourage reusable packaging, clean with natural materials

How is global warming primarily caused?

Global warming is primarily caused by human activities, primarily fossil fuel burning.

What is the difference between climate change and global warming?

Climate change refers to both human- and naturally produced warming and the effects it has on our planet, while global warming specifically refers to the increase in Earth's temperature due to heat-trapping greenhouse gases. Signup and view all the answers

How does waste contribute to climate change?

Waste contributes to climate change through various means, such as loss of work capacity due to increased heat, spread of diseases, reduced fresh water supply, shrinking harvest, rising food prices, and the cost of adapting to rising sea levels. Signup and view all the answers

What are some impacts of climate change on the economy and society?

Impacts of climate change on the economy and society include loss of work capacity due to increased heat, spread of diseases, reduced fresh water supply, shrinking harvest, rising food prices, and the cost of adapting to rising sea levels. Signup and view all the answers

What techniques can events adopt to prevent waste and maximize segregation?

Events can adopt techniques to reduce volume and maximize segregation of waste. Signup and view all the answers

What are the consequences of food waste on the climate crisis?

Food waste contributes to the climate crisis by leading to various environmental consequences. Signup and view all the answers

What are some factors to consider when planning with F&B vendors to prevent waste at events?

Number of attendees, number of days, meal service hours, site layout, average service time, high turnover food menu, slow areas, potential profit alignment Signup and view all the answers

How can food at catered events be provided to avoid resulting in 'food coma'?

Provide food that energizes attendees Signup and view all the answers

What should be considered when requesting attendees' dietary requirements to prevent wastage?

Satisfy attendees' requirements while avoiding wastage Signup and view all the answers

How can event organizers prepare for potential attendance attrition?

Consider 20%-30% attendance attrition Signup and view all the answers

What is a practical strategy for last-minute attendees at events?

Standby simple meals Signup and view all the answers

How can organizers reduce food waste related to portion sizes at events?

Use smaller service ware for reduced portions Signup and view all the answers

What are some examples of waste produced at events?

Drink containers, printed materials, packaging, un-eaten food, serviceware, camping equipment Signup and view all the answers

Why is managing waste at events considered a critical component of event production?

To prevent residual materials from becoming waste Signup and view all the answers

What are some sources of residual materials that can become waste at events?

Eating, drinking, site build, decor, staging Signup and view all the answers

Name some Front of House waste items created during event activities.

Drink containers, printed materials, packaging, un-eaten food, serviceware Signup and view all the answers

What are examples of spectator paraphernalia that contribute to event waste?

Give-aways, picnic or BBQ materials, camping or outdoor equipment Signup and view all the answers

Why is it important to treat residual materials properly to avoid waste?

To prevent them from ending up as waste Signup and view all the answers

What are some benefits of effective materials recovery?

Reduced operating costs, reduced cleaning staff hours, reduced quantity of 'binfrastructure', reduced removal or haulage costs, reduced disposal or landfill fees, potential to earn money from sale of recyclable materials Signup and view all the answers

What does the term 'Binfrastructure' refer to in waste segregation?

Binfrastructure refers to a system that covers items required for waste collection, storage, and transport. Signup and view all the answers

What are the color codes used for waste segregation in the context mentioned?

BLUE for Paper, ORANGE for Metal, RED for Plastic, GREEN/BROWN for Glass Signup and view all the answers

What does the Waste Hierarchy (3R's) stand for?

Reduce, Reuse, Recycle Signup and view all the answers

Why is it important to follow the Waste Hierarchy (3R's)?

To minimize environmental impact, reduce waste sent to landfills, and promote sustainable practices. Signup and view all the answers

How can organizations benefit from waste prevention and segregation?

By saving costs, reducing environmental impact, and potentially earning revenue from recyclable materials. Signup and view all the answers