Driving change with our net zero commitment
As the world moves towards sustainability and with over 70% of consumers backing eco-friendly practices, Big 5 Global joins the Net Zero Carbon pledge to reduce our impact, inspire change and collaborate with our community. We focus on creating a responsible event while helping the built environment industry achieve its sustainability goals through valuable connections and insights.
We aim to cut our greenhouse gas emissions by 50% by 2030, aiming to achieve net zero by 2050 for a better, greener, fairer world.
Our actions toward creating
a sustainable event
At Big 5 Global we're focused on practical actions aimed at reducing our environmental, social and economic impact.
- Unused food is donated to food banks.
- Replacing plastic bottles with glass and providing water dispensers.
- We opt for green menus (locally sourced, organic and plant-based food options) and promote these to our exhibitors.
- 30% of catering vehicles run on biofuel.
- Supporting zero-plastic operations by using rPET (recycled PET) bottles for packaged water.
- Energy saved through LED lighting, motion sensors and solar power in select halls.
- A/C optimized for comfort and efficiency throughout event.
- Providing a bottle-free Dubai Can water fountain at the venue.
- Reverse Vending Machines (RVM) are available throughout the venue to encourage recycling.
- Providing color-coded bins to collect different types of waste, such as recyclables, food waste and general waste.
- QR codes on the bins to raise visitor awareness about waste segregation.
- Hosting the event at a Green Globe-certified venue/destination.
- Printed materials replaced with QR codes and Big 5 Global app.
- Reusable signage with modular components.
- Plastic-free badges with recycled lanyards.
- Offering an interactive feedback feature where visitors can share their thoughts on sustainability efforts through surveys.
- Encouraging the use of Dubai Metro, public buses, Careem Bikes and other forms of public transport.
- Reusable shell scheme and sustainable stand-build options for exhibitors.
- Optimized shipping and biofuel-powered vehicles.
- Battery-operated forklifts used onsite.
- Durable aluminum and fabric materials reused across events.
- Highlighting local sourcing of materials and partnerships, with 89% of suppliers being local.
Sustainable tips for attendees
Book an eco-friendly hotel
Find eco-friendly hotels within walking distance through our reliable partner, HotelMap™ & Roomcard™ and avoid any last-minute hassles.
Travel sustainably
Carpool with colleagues to reduce carbon footprint.
Recycle responsibly
Use the smart bins & reverse vending machines (RVMs) throughout the venue to recycle badges, paper, plastic & metal items at the end of the event.
Sustainable tips for exhibitors
Sustainable stand design
- Choose reusable materials for gifts and giveaways
- Repurpose stand elements and rent furniture.
- Opt for modular stands and reusable shell schemes.
- Use LED lighting and power down during non-operational hours.
Waste reduction and recycling
- Choose reusable materials for gifts and giveaways.
- Repurpose stand elements and rent furniture.
- Opt for modular stands and reusable shell schemes.
- Use LED lighting and power down during non-operational hours.
Sustainable features at Big 5 Global
Big 5 Sustainable Building Materials Talks
Discover sustainable strategies that not only set benchmarks but empower industries to innovate and lead with purpose.
Big 5 Global Impact Awards
With a record 113 finalists from over 10 countries, the Big 5 Global Impact Awards celebrates the leaders and projects driving innovation, sustainability, and transformation.
Sustainable products and exhibitors
Explore sustainable products and solutions that set new benchmarks and drive innovation.
Sustainability in action
100%
sustainable lanyards
62%
of award categories celebrate sustainability
30:70
gender balance among speakers
