1. Inspiring Sustainable Development

Our goal for MD&M South is to inspire our attendees, exhibitors and event teams to deliver a sustainable event.

2. Running an Environmentally Responsible Event

MD&M South aims to run our events in an environmentally responsible manner.

Here’s what we are doing:

• Recycling printed signage – As an annual event, we make sure to develop printed materials that can be reused.
• Utilizing digital signage – We are replacing traditionally printed signage with digital options where possible.
• Reducing printed materials – We’re heavily reducing printed publications, materials and event guides in favor of using digital platforms, such as the Smart Event digital resource and mobile app.
• Eliminating carpet – We have discontinued carpeting the expo hall aisles, which reduces the carbon emissions associated with providing it for the event and reduces waste.
• Implementing digital wayfinding – We are making the Smart Event digital resource available right on the show floor.
• Replacing single-use water bottles – We are giving our speakers reusable water bottles instead of single-use plastic containers.
• Recycling bins – Recycle your badge and lanyards at one of the bins in the main lobby.

Sustainable Exhibitor Program
Join us in our sustainability initiatives and you could win the Most Sustainable Exhibitor award! Show us how you are reducing your footprint in Charlotte and you could earn an exhibitor prize package.

3. Running a Socially Responsible Event

We always aim to run our events in a socially responsible manner.

This requires us to think about the impact we have on the local community and whether we are being a good neighbor. It also includes how we consider the welfare of everyone at our events, how we do business in an ethical and safe manner and how we promote equality and accessibility.