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Sustainability, done properly.

Sustainability isn’t an add-on. It shapes how we design events, source materials, work with suppliers and measure impact.

Our approach to Sustainability.

Introduction.

A practical point of view.

We believe sustainability only works when it’s grounded in reality.

That means understanding constraints, making trade-offs openly, and prioritising actions that genuinely reduce impact without compromising the quality of the experience.

We don’t chase perfection or labels for their own sake. Instead, we focus on choices that scale, stand up to scrutiny and make a measurable difference over time.

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Our people.

Our Mission.

To make sustainability intrinsic to successful event design and management.

Showcasing & inspiring.

By designing and delivering sustainable events for our clients, we help demonstrate what’s possible and raise expectations across the industry.

Connecting & empowering.

Through our sourcing and marketplace work, we connect event teams with suppliers and products that are sustainable in practice, not just on paper.

Measuring & rewarding.

Through training, audits and consultancy, we help organisations assess their impact, build confidence and improve over time.

Our approach.

How we turn intent into action.

Our process moves from inspiration and connection through to delivery, measurement and improvement. It’s designed to help teams make informed decisions, understand the impact of those decisions, and build better practices over time.

This approach underpins our event management, sourcing and consultancy work

Our method.

Our areas of focus.

To keep sustainability practical and consistent, we assess impact across nine core themes. These themes help us prioritise actions, assess trade-offs and ensure nothing important is overlooked.

Carbon Footprint

Reduce emissions where it matters, focusing on high-impact decisions across travel, energy and production.

Waste & Materials

Support the waste hierarchy when using and disposing of materials and champion the use of innovative new materials.

Resources & Pollution

Limit unnecessary resource use and prevent pollution by making smarter choices around energy and consumables.

Biodiversity & Habitat

Protect and respect natural environments by considering land use, sourcing and the ecological context.

Inclusion & Wellbeing

Create events that are accessible, safe and welcoming, supporting physical and mental wellbeing.

Community & Legacy

Ensure events contribute positively to local communities and leave value that lasts longer than the event itself.

Resonance & Influence

Use events as a platform to shape behaviour, spark conversation and influence audiences credibly.

Ethical Sourcing

Work with suppliers who meet clear social and environmental standards, prioritising fairness and the long-term.

Innovation & Leadership

Continuously improve by testing new ideas, responding to feedback and sharing learnings that raise standards.

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Accredited

Certified B Corp.

Legacy is a certified B Corp, which means our commitment to social and environmental responsibility is built into how we operate as a business, not just how we deliver projects.

We’re used to working with organisations that expect transparency, accountability and evidence, and we apply the same standards to ourselves.

Our work.

From principles to delivery.

In practice, this means lower-carbon event design, careful supplier selection, responsible sourcing, inclusive experiences and clear reporting. It also means being honest when options aren’t perfect and helping clients choose the best available path forward.

Our role is to make sustainable decisions easier, clearer and more achievable.

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If you’re planning an event and would like to discuss the options, we’re happy to have an initial conversation.

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