Sustainability Strategy

“Let’s do it”

The Organizing Committee is deeply committed to reducing the environmental footprint of #RMC as much as possible. We are aware that conferences of this kind inevitably come with emissions — yet together, we can make a difference. By acting consciously and responsibly, every participant can help ensure that the impact of #RMC remains as small as possible while still fostering meaningful exchange and collaboration in the heart of the Alps.

MOBILITY

“Promote sustainable transport systems”

Promotion

Incentives for sustainable modes of transport through emission mitigation challenge

Public transport included

#IMC registration includes public transport in Innsbruck (operated by IVB)

Zero Emission Excursion

The #IMC excursion will be organized in a zero or strong reduced emission format

Short distances

The conference venues are located very close to the city center and just a few minutes away on foot from many hotels

CATERING & WASTE

“Sustainable food tastes better! Less is more!”

Purchase local and seasonal

We prefer seasonal and regional food

Vegetarian food

All meals during #IMC will be vegetarian

Fair Trade

Purchase fair trade products (coffee etc.)

No (food) waste

Only reusable dishes are used, left over meals are offered to people on-site

Waste Separation

All our locations offer waste separation systems

SOCIAL RESPONSIBILITY

“Every individual is different”

Bring people together

Travel grants to reduce financial barriers

Cheap Accommodations

Affordable accommodations are reserved for researchers with financial restrictions

Providing Opportunities

#IMC supports young researchers, for example at S4SSS

Barrier-free

All our locations are barrier-free and our volunteers will be ready to assist wheelchair users

Childcare

Childcare will be offered during all conference sessions and workshops on-site