Sustainability
Climate change figures among the most crucial challenges of our time. We don't have time to wait for tomorrow – we're already acting now and making our contribution to more sustainability!
Sustainability is a cornerstone of Deutsche Messe's corporate strategy and our core topic for the future. We see sustainable management as acting in an ecologically and socially responsible manner.
Our goal: Continuous CO2 reduction at the Hanover Exhibition Center.
We are continuously reducing CO2 emissions at the Hanover Exhibition Center (Scope 1+2),* with a focus on decarbonizing our energy supply. In Scope 3, we are aiming for measurable reductions in CO2 emissions that can be influenced by Deutsche Messe AG. In terms of timing, Deutsche Messe's CO2 reduction targets are based on the relevant targets of the European Union, the German federal government, and the city and region of Hannover.
* Scope 1 + 2: Gas, electricity, Deutsche Messe vehicle fleet
We have been working to reduce our carbon footprint for many years. Since 2019, we have been sourcing 100% green electricity for the power supply at the Hanover Exhibition Center. The green electricity comes from photovoltaic systems, wind power, and hydropower, depending on the type of green electricity certificates purchased each year. Sustainable corporate management and ethical conduct are firmly anchored in the company with the “Fair2Future” project. We place a special focus on the areas of energy, mobility, and waste disposal.
We offer exhibitors and visitors the perfect setting for organizing their event as sustainably as possible. And that already starts on the way to the Exhibition Center. Optimal public transport links, electric charging stations in the parking areas around the Exhibition Center grounds and climate-friendly mobility offerings such as e-shuttle and hydrogen-driven buses to the events help make for a reduced carbon footprint.
At the same time, we are continuously developing our processes and, above all, our beautiful exhibition grounds, taking sustainability aspects into account.
We take on responsibility
As a leading trade fair company, we are dedicated not only to top-tier events but also to consistently driving our sustainability strategy forward. Our commitment to climate protection is reflected in a multitude of initiatives and measures aimed at shaping a sustainable future for upcoming generations. Discover here how we make a positive contribution to preserving our planet through various approaches and innovative partnerships.
We take on responsibility
Energy and waste disposal
Saving energy is not that easy for a trade fair company. Nevertheless, we have managed it.
Mobility & infrastructure
We rely on flowing traffic with the lowest possible emissions - when traveling to and from our exhibition center.
Social benefits & responsibility
Welcome to our green exhibition grounds.
Green exhibition grounds
The development and health of our employees are close to our hearts.
Responsible event management
How can events be organized as sustainably as possible? We've put together 7 tips for your sustainable event planning.
Joining forces together
Everything works better together! And this is particularly evident when it comes to sustainability.
Trade fairs support climate protection
Our events activelydrive the issue of sustainability by presenting solutions for reducing climate-damaging emissions, for example, and building a stage for all stakeholders involved to engage in joint dialog.
As the world's leading trade fair for industry, HANNOVER MESSE has its priorities firmly focused on sustainability, showcasing solutions for all aspects of CO2-neutral production It is the world stage for innovations towards mitigating climate change!
INTERSCHUTZ, the world's leading trade fair for fire-fighting, rescue and emergency services, civil protection, safety and security, brings together all actors who in their daily work experience at first hand the consequences of climate change and are there to help when forests burn, floodwaters burst their riverbanks or other natural disasters occur.
The ABF, Caravan Bremen and infa likewise spotlight the topic of sustainability. Private visitors to these shows find a wide selection of natural, recycled products and can, for example, check out new ways to save energy.
Under the motto "Floored by Nature", DOMOTEX presents innovative, environmentally friendly materials, products and processes, as well as fair-trade concepts, for the carpet and flooring industry.
Real Estate Arena provides answers to how the real estate and construction industry – as the biggest source of CO2 emissions – can sustainably improve its carbon footprint.
As the world's leading trade fair for the woodworking and wood processing industry, LIGNA is fundamentally linked to the topic of sustainability and provides valuable impulses for a sustainable circular economy.
At the Passion Pferd show sustainable stable and pasture concepts are just as much in demand as sustainable horse fodder, care products or sustainable equestrian equipment.
Kuehne+Nagel sets new standards for sustainable logistics
With Fair2Future into a sustainable trade show future
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