St. Patrick's Day is a time to celebrate all things Irish, and what better way to show your appreciation for the Emerald Isle than by going green?
Sustainable tourism is more important than ever, and Ireland is leading the way when it comes to environmentally friendly venues.
If you're planning a conference or event in Ireland, choosing a venue that champions sustainability allows you to enjoy all the benefits of a world-class business events destination while minimising the impact on our beautiful country and creating unforgettable experiences for attendees.
Here are some of the top venues in Ireland with impressive credentials for hosting sustainable events all year round.
The Convention Centre Dublin
If you’re looking for a venue that not only ticks all the boxes for sustainability but also offers state-of-the-art facilities in a central location, then look no further than The Convention Centre Dublin.
Built with a focus on sustainability, The CCD is one of Ireland’s and Europe's most environmentally conscious venues. From the moment you step inside, you’ll be greeted by an impressive building that boasts a number of eco-friendly features, including a rainwater harvesting system and a modern lighting system that reduces energy consumption.
The venue also provides an option for event planners and organisers to offset the carbon emissions produced by their events by planting trees that are native to Ireland.
The Europe Hotel, Kerry
This luxurious hotel nestled on the shores of Lough Léin is renowned for its breathtaking views, exceptional service and commitment to climate action. The hotel has implemented several low-carbon initiatives, such as replacing single-use plastic straws with biodegradable alternatives, using energy-efficient lighting and sourcing ingredients from local suppliers.
In addition to its sustainable practices, The Europe Hotel offers a range of amenities and facilities that make it the perfect choice for conferences and events. With 8 meeting rooms, in-house audio-visual equipment and complimentary Wi-Fi, attendees will have everything they need to work efficiently and effectively.
Clayton Hotel Silver Springs, Cork
This Cork-based hotel is not only a fantastic location for events, it’s also an excellent choice for anyone looking for a venue that puts sustainability at the forefront.
The Clayton Hotel Silver Springs has a range of eco-friendly initiatives in place to reduce its environmental footprint. These include energy-efficient lighting, water conservation measures and waste management programmes. The hotel also sources local and seasonal ingredients for its food and beverages, reducing food miles and supporting local farmers and producers.
The Royal Dublin Society
Founded in 1731, the Royal Dublin Society (RDS) has been a hub of Irish culture and innovation for almost 300 years. Today, it’s also passionate about sustainable practices that benefit both the environment and the local community.
This historic venue has been awarded the international ISO 50001 certificate for its energy efficiency and all of the grass cuttings and green waste produced at the RDS are sent to a recycling company which turns this into compost for use around the venue.
Guinness Storehouse, Dublin
An average of 13 million pints of Guinness are served around the globe on St. Patrick's Day!
As the home of Ireland’s most famous beer, the Guinness Storehouse is an iconic venue for any event. But this world-famous building is also committed to minimising its environmental impact and has put a range of green initiatives in place, including reducing its water consumption and waste production as well as sourcing materials from ethical suppliers.
With so many great options to choose from, it's never been easier to host an eco-friendly meeting in Ireland. So, this St. Patrick’s Day, instead of simply wearing green, let's think green and consider a sustainable venue for your next event.
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