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ASHE's Commitment to Sustainability


The 2025 PDC Summit is committed to the local communities that host us every year and we are dedicated to making as little environmental impact as possible. 

To fulfill this goal we have implemented the following practices:

  1. Recycling & Minimal Waste Initiative: We are minimizing waste by providing compostable or reusable materials throughout the event. Recycling bins are also available throughout the center to help with waste reduction.  Single use plastics are also being used only when necessary.
  2. Digital Materials: All meeting agendas, documents, and materials are provided digitally to reduce paper usage.
  3. Energy Efficient Center: The GWCC is LEED Gold certified.
  4. Locally Sourced Catering: Our catering partners use locally sourced, organic ingredients to support the local economy and reduce carbon footprints.
  5. Fill it Forward Water Bottle Program: Eliminating the use of single use plastic water bottles by participating in the Fill it Forward Water Program.  Attendees will be given the opportunity to pick up a reusable water bottle and participate in the program.  The program helps fund water and sustainability projects.
  6. Materials Used:  All conference badges and holders are made with recycled materials and are also recycled at the meeting conclusion.  All conference signs are made of eco friendly compostable materials and exhibit all carpet is made with recycled materials and is used multiple times.
  7. Food: The GWCC caterer uses locally sourced food and any unused food is donated to local organizations.

  8. Badge Recycling: The Summit badges are made with recycled materials and are also recycled post event with help from Teracycle.

     

As an attendee you can also minimize your impact. Please consider the following:

  1. Water Use: Please consider participating in in the hotels water reduction initiatives.
  2. Recycle: Use recycling bins to throw away recyclable waste when available.
  3. Transit: Consider carpooling or utilizing public transportation when traveling from the airport to hotels.
  4. Fill it Forward Bottle Program: Participate in the Fill it Forward Bottle program by picking up a multi-use bottle at the GWCC.