Being a Sustainable Conference Attendee

Join the Public Affairs and Information Committee (PAIC) in taking the steps to being a sustainable conference attendee!

• Reusable utensils

  • Bring reusable utensils or purchase reuseable utensils so you don’t have to ask for them from the vendor (they only provide if you ask in San Diego per ordinance).

• Your Reusable Water Bottle and Coffee Mug

  • Bring your water bottle and coffee go mug to the conference to refill, to avoid purchasing single use plastic, including plastic water bottles at the conference. 

• Recycle!

  • The City of San Diego bans certain single use items but we still need to recycle right! Watch for recycle bins.

• Use public transit 

  • San Diego has public transportation options like buses, trolleys, and trains. Choose these over renting a car.  

• Try to buy local:

  • Supporting local restaurants and food vendors more likely reduces the environmental impact associated with food transportation.

• Reduce printed materials

  • Opt to use the AIChE app and digital versions of the conference schedule, notes, and handouts. 

• Support green vendors

  • When purchasing food or other items at the conference, support vendors who use local, organic, or sustainable products

• Consider plant-based meals 

  • If not highly processed, where available, vegetarian or vegan meal options may offer lower microplastic contamination as well as lower carbon footprint compared to similarly processed meat-based meals.