16.12 Day 1
12:45-13:30 | Saneyev & Novikov Hall |
Large companies are increasingly integrating sustainable development goals and implementing ESG (Environmental, Social, Governance) principles into their business strategies. The MICE industry cannot ignore business demands, so it too is starting to offer solutions. Moreover, the ESG agenda has become a part of most business event programs, regardless of their primary focus.
Topics for discussion:
- Why should the MICE industry adopt and follow ESG principles, and how can they benefit not only agencies but also clients and local communities? How can participants be convinced of the need to adhere to ESG principles?
- ESG in MICE — a new reality and necessity or just a temporary trend?
- How are the government and the MICE industry responding to new ESG trends and corporate client demands? Should the MICE industry expect government support in this area?
- What ESG practices are most relevant in the MICE industry?
- What are the prospects for BRICS and the Global South cooperation in the ESG field as it relates to the MICE industry? Is there a need to develop common ESG indicators and assessment criteria for BRICS and the Global South?
- What challenges arise when searching for eco-friendly suppliers for MICE events?