GREEN CHARTER
Producing The Waterford Harvest Food Festival, MPI Artists and 360 Events in collaboration with Waterford City and County Council is a significant step towards promoting sustainable food production, reducing greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions, and fostering community engagement. By aligning the festival with the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), we will ensure a holistic approach to sustainability that benefits both the environment and the local community. Our Multi Theme plan outlines the key strategies for delivering a successful and sustainable festival.
Multi Theme Plan for The Waterford Harvest Food Festival.
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Collaborate with Local Authorities
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Establishment a planning committee with representatives from local authorities, community groups, and sustainability experts.
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Secure necessary permits and support from local government bodies.
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Incorporate SDGs into Planning and delivery.
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Mapping of the festival's objectives with relevant SDGs,
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Venue Selection.
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Ensuring venues are accessible to all.
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Choosing locations with adequate public transport links to reduce carbon emissions from attendee travel.
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Ensure the venue can accommodate recycling and composting facilities.
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Sustainable Transportation.
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Promotion of the use of public transport, cycling, and walking to the event.
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Local and Organic Produce
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Partnering with local farmers and producers to supply organic and sustainably grown food.
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Highlighting the benefits of local sourcing for reducing food miles and supporting the local economy.
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Waste Reduction and Management.
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Implementation of a no Land Fill policy with comprehensive recycling, Re-Turn, composting, and waste reduction strategies.
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Provision of clearly marked bins and educational signage about proper waste disposal.
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Renewable Energy Use.
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Power at the festival will be generated through HVO fuelled Generators reducing emissions by up to 90%.
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Use of energy-efficient lighting and equipment.
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Water Conservation.
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Use of water-efficient practices and equipment.
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Provision of water refill stations to reduce plastic bottle usage.
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Sustainable Packaging.
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Insistence on compostable or recyclable materials for food and drink containers.
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Ensuring vendors minimise packaging and use reusable options through robust policy and enforcement.
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Partner locally to investigate local solutions.
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Green Procurement.
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Ensuring all festival supplies and materials are sustainably sourced where possible.
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Prioritising vendors and suppliers with strong sustainability credentials.
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Monitoring and Evaluation.
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Setting of clear sustainability targets and metrics for the festival.
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Monitoring and reporting on the festival’s environmental impact, making adjustments as necessary for future events.
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Promotion of Sustainable Practices.
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Using the festival’s platform to raise awareness about sustainable living and climate action.
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Gathering and Highlighting success stories and case studies from local farmers and businesses.
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Inclusive and Accessible Event.
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Ensuring that the festival is accessible to all, with facilities for people with additional access considerations.
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Post-Festival Sustainability Plan.
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Development of our plan for sustaining the festival’s initiatives year-round.
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Encouraging ongoing community involvement in sustainability projects.
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Green Charter Statement
We believe that delivering The Waterford Harvest Food Festival in collaboration with Waterford City and County Council requires a comprehensive approach that integrates environmental, social, and economic sustainability. By following this 15 theme plan, we will create an event that not only celebrates local produce and community spirit but also sets a benchmark for sustainability. Through our careful planning and execution, the festival will significantly contribute to the community, delivering on the SDGs and reduce GHG emissions and serving as a model for future events.