By: Holly Perrier, BA, WPICC, CWD of Perrier Planning
April 22nd is globally known as Earth day! During April, environmental activists join together to highlight the beauty of our natural land. From small businesses to large corporations, everyone has a part to play in combating climate change. As an event planning company, no matter what your niche is, YOU have the power to help spread awareness this Earth Day.
So, the question is why should you care and what can you do to help?
Why You Should Care
Plastic pollution and food waste are two major environmental issues putting our planet at risk, and unfortunately, the wedding industry includes plenty of both.
Let’s Talk Plastic
Favours wrapped in cellophane, disposable cups, plastic table numbers, and acrylic cake toppers: these are just a few examples of items that are generally used at weddings that can easily be replaced with eco-conscious alternatives. Always suggest plastic-free alternatives to your clients when you can.
In 2020, microplastics were found in the placentas of unborn babies for the first time ever; thus, providing evidence that plastic is starting to affect human DNA. How crazy is that? Not only is plastic pollution creating environmental destruction and destroying animal habitats, but it’s also harming our health and our genetics!
Let’s Talk Food Waste
This might come as a surprise to you because it definitely shocked me! According to Second Harvest, 58% of food produced in Canada is either lost or wasted. This is why it’s vitally important to do what we can to lower this number.
In Toronto, you can ask venues or catering companies that you work with to sign up for Second Harvest’s Food Rescue Program. This program collects leftover food after the event to help feed families in need. Check out the non-profit organizations in your area to see if there are similar programs.
What Your Business Can Do This Week
The Sustainable Events Forum is hosting a free virtual event called Earth Day for Event People – A celebration of Earth & Events. Sign up now and join the event from 12-1:30 pm EST on the 22nd to celebrate events in Canada.
Let your clients know that you care about making sustainable choices by posting some easy Earth Day tips or activities in your Instagram or Facebook story this week!
Here are some examples of Earth Day activities that you could share:
- Get outside and try a new hiking trail in your area
- Save all your used coffee grounds this week and make a homemade body scrub · Eat all of your meals outside on April 22nd (picnic style)
- Make an Earth Day window sign and use the hashtag #Earthday2021
- Test out your environmental knowledge by taking one of these quizzes.
- Learn more about climate change from April 20-22: join the world’s environmental leaders for Earth Day Live 2021. This virtual conference is free.
Perrier Planning was born out of a passion for helping other people, a love of parties and a duty to respect the beautiful environment we live in. Since 2019, we have helped to make the most important events in our clients’ lives beautiful, enjoyable, and easy. With a roster of strategic partners, we are able to flexibly and capably accommodate unique needs and preferences. For your peace of mind, we also ensure that each of our vendors operates with sustainable practices. This means printing invitations on recycled paper, sourcing flowers from local farms, and planning menus based on ingredients that are in season. We look forward to helping plan your next unforgettable event.
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