Confex manages it's event emissions efficiently
International Confex is renowned for creating the largest gathering of event and MICE professionals.
Specialising in the provision of rental furniture for exhibitions and conferences across the UK and Europe, Ability Hire stands out as a premier supplier in the industry. With an extensive inventory of contemporary furniture at their disposal, Ability Hire serves a wide-ranging clientele, encompassing enterprises, universities, hospitals, schools, banks, and law firms.
As a leading provider in the hire, repurposing, and distribution of furniture for the events industry, Ability Hire faced the challenge of mitigating the carbon footprint associated with their operations, particularly concerning delivery and setup processes.
Driven by customer demand and a steadfast commitment to sustainability, Ability Hire recognised the pressing need to reduce their emissions and address their carbon footprint. Acknowledging that achieving net zero emissions is a progressive journey, the company understood the urgency of initiating measures that align with industry-wide targets, including achieving 50% reductions by 2030 and striving for net-zero emissions by 2050.
In response to Ability Hire’s sustainability objectives, One Tribe implemented a comprehensive solution to reduce emissions and offset their carbon footprint effectively. Leveraging our expertise in sourcing high-integrity offsets, we provided Ability Hire with a streamlined and efficient method for calculating the carbon footprint associated with each journey made during their operations.
Our solution involved a meticulous calculation of emissions associated with each aspect of Ability Hire’s projects, including logistics, man-hours, transportation, and related activities, followed by offsetting each journey’s footprint with high-integrity carbon projects. This comprehensive approach not only effectively mitigated the environmental impact of all Ability Hire projects but also provided them with certification and auditing capabilities to transparently showcase their commitment to sustainability to customers and prospects.
By offering a quick and simple way to quantify emissions, Ability Hire was empowered to offset the carbon emissions generated, thereby aligning with their commitment to sustainability. Through our meticulous selection of high-integrity offsets, we ensured that Ability Hire’s efforts not only reduced their environmental impact but also contributed to meaningful environmental projects that benefit the environment and local communities.
Furthermore, by partnering with One Tribe, Ability Hire transformed their overall presence at International Confex into a wider net-positive endeavour, positioning them as a leading example for suppliers within the events industry. To showcase the efforts that Ability Hire were engaging in with a wider audience, One Tribe provided marketing assets in the form of interactive stickers that were shown on each piece of hire furniture highlighting the team’s commitment to the environment via their personalised Impact Page.
The partnership between Ability Hire and One Tribe has set a new standard for environmental stewardship in the events industry. By offsetting their event travel and setup emissions since January 2024, Ability Hire effectively overcompensated for 20 tonnes of carbon dioxide equivalents and will continue to offset their emissions for every event they supply to throughout 2024.
Ability Hire’s proactive approach to sustainability has enhanced their brand reputation and credibility among environmentally conscious clients and stakeholders. By leading by example, Ability Hire has inspired others in the events industry to prioritise environmental responsibility and take meaningful action to address climate change.
As a result of working with One Tribe, ability Hire have seen a notable rise in requests for tenders as well as high levels of positive feedback in how they have approached and addressed their emissions and footprint.
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