Event Vision:2025

Call to Action for Live Events Industry to Fund Climate Transition Plan: The Show Must Go On #SMGO3 https://bit.ly/SMGO-3 Vision: 2025 is galvanising the live festival and outdoor events industry to bring a clear and bold 2030 climate vision for the sector, one which shows leadership and ambition in meeting our immediate and global challenges, aligns with government climate targets and the 1.5-degree global ambition. Vision: 2025 has established a cross-industry working group, chaired by LIVE CEO Jon Collins which brings experts together to review data and information, establish benchmarks, consider trends and opportunities, engage widely with the industry, and shape a workable vision and roadmap that is free for everyone in the sector; with an important element of the work being develop strong and evidenced requests to the Government for policy change and sector funding. The campaign has a £50,000 target for industry fundraising to match funds already raised from Arts Council England, EarthPercent, Dixon Foundation and Festival Republic. There are options for every scale of event and industry organisations to contribute: https://bit.ly/SMGO-3 betternotstop, Without Walls UK, LS Events, Julie's Bicycle, Association of Independent Festivals, PRODUCTION SERVICES ASSOCIATION (PSA), The Nationwide Caterers Association (NCASS), South Coast Events Forum, Soliphilia, The Fair, We Are OPS, Attitude is Everything, East Anglian Festival Network, Brown Fox Comms, ecolibrium , Live Nation Entertainment, EarthPercent, Music Declares Emergency, Festival Republic.

As we approach the festive and giving season, our friends at EarthPercent have launched a prize draw to support their work of unleashing the power of music in service of the planet, helping to build a healthy and equitable world for generations to come #MusicPrizesForThePlanet #EarthPercent Win signed, hand-painted & limited edition prizes donated by major musicians, including Brian Eno, Coldplay, Nile Rodgers, Beatie Wolfe, Yoko Ono & Sean Ono Lennon and Orlando Weeks. All money raised supports EarthPercent and their incredible grant partners, funding some of the most impactful climate & environmental work worldwide. There are 15+ prizes up for grabs and you can enter for just £4 (or for free if via post). EarthPercent is the music industry's climate foundation. They invite artists and the music industry at large to donate a small percentage of their income, making change through funding organisations that meaningfully address the climate and nature crises. https://lnkd.in/eSzDVRKu

In November's newsletter Tim Benson (Showpower Global B.V.), Chair of Powerful Thinking, gave an overview of developments in power and energy monitoring and highlighted how more accurate reporting supports suppliers in producing energy efficient solutions. You can catch Tim speaking at an Event Vision:2025 hosted panel exploring Positive Battery Connections (14:00-14:45) at Event Sustainability Live this coming Thursday 21st November. Read the blog here: https://lnkd.in/er6Y_Q8D Register for ESL here: https://lnkd.in/dF75TN9w

Join Event Vision:2025 at Event Sustainability Live, 20th-21st November at ExCel London. This two-day conference brings together event professionals, thought-leaders and sustainability experts. Vision: 2025 is curating two panels on the Main Stage on Thursday 21 November 2024. Graham Brown, Vision: 2025 Steering Group member and host of the Sustainable Event Summit will host both panels: ➡ Creating Sustainable Menus (13:00 - 13:45) Panel guests discuss initiatives to minimise impacts, by providing sustainable food and drink for everyone attending your event, with Adam Hempenstall (Co-founder, Peppermint Bars & Events), Bonnie May (CEO, Eat to the Beat), Mark Laurie (Director, The Nationwide Caterers Association (NCASS)) and Joseph McDonnell (Business Development Manager, Klimato). ➡ Power: Positive Battery Connections (14:00-14:45) explores developments in the deployment of battery technology to power events in 2024 and considers how organisers can plan to replace generators for their future events. With Tim Benson (Tech Director of Showpower Global B.V.) and James Gunson (Tech Director, Energy Management Solutions Ltd). Register your free place: https://lnkd.in/dF75TN9w

Vision: 2025's November 2024 Newsletter Sign up to read if its not in your inbox: https://lnkd.in/d5hC9QQ5 ➡ Call to Action for live outdoor events industry to fund 2030 ClimateTransition Plan The Show Must Go On https://bit.ly/SMGO-3 ➡ Vision: 2025 will curates two panels at Event Sustainability Live: Sustainable food & drink and power at events. Free registration at https://lnkd.in/dF75TN9w ➡ Powerful Thinking Blog: The Role of Distribution Level Monitoring in Sustainable Product Development by Tim Benson ➡ ADE Green 2024: Insights into building climate justice spaces in the music industry with Syed Jazib Ali, Lady Shaka, Shishani Vranckx and Christopher Johnson. ➡ Sustainable Event Summit: #SES24 Reviewed by host Graham Brown https://lnkd.in/exP3abNa ➡ onboard:earth and Tracsis Events Event announce partnership to catalyse change in live event sector travel https://lnkd.in/eJXchqFV ➡ Music Declares Emergency celebrates its 5th Birthday: Get involved to build support for urgent climate action ➡ Resource Spotlight: Arts Council England x Julie's Bicycle release 2023-2024 Environmental Responsibility report. ➡ Plus news and events from across the live event industry Contact bethan@vision2025.org.uk for newsletter ideas, stories and queries.

There's still time to help fund the Show Must Go On Climate Transition Plan #SMGO3 to bring a clear and bold 2030 climate vision for the sector, one which shows leadership and ambition in meeting our immediate and global challenges, aligns with government climate targets and the 1.5-degree global ambition. https://bit.ly/SMGO-3 Here John Rostron CEO Association of Independent Festivals shares the power in collaboration and why it's so important that the industry comes together to create a milestone in 2025 that takes us forward with a clear climate action plan to 2030. Vision: 2025 has established a cross-industry working group, chaired by LIVE (Live music Industry Venues and Entertainment)t CEO Jon Collins which brings experts together to review data and information, establish benchmarks, consider trends and opportunities, engage widely with the industry, and shape a workable vision and roadmap that is free for everyone in the sector; with an important element of the work being develop strong and evidenced requests to the Government for policy change and sector funding. The campaign has a £50,000 target for industry fundraising to match funds already raised from Arts Council England, EarthPercent, The Dixon Foundation and Festival Republic. There are options for every scale of event and industry organisations to contribute: https://bit.ly/SMGO-3 Without Walls UK, Julie's Bicycle, Event Production Show, Festival Republic You. Smart. Thing. National Outdoor Events Association, PRODUCTION SERVICES ASSOCIATION, The Nationwide Caterers Association (NCASS) South Coast Events Forum, Soliphilia, The Fair We Are OPS betternotstop, Attitude is Everything, East Anglian Festival Network, LS Events, Brown Fox Comms, StandOut Multimedia, Access All Areas Magazine, Festival Insights and Awards

Thanks for joining #SES24 onboard:earth Sarah Moore. It's always so inspiring to hear about the collective impact that the event industry can have when we work together. Looking forward to hearing more about environmental restoration partners supported by 2024 donations 💚

🍹 Networking Drinks 🌟 From 17:10 - 17:30, join us for a relaxing networking session to connect with the team, fellow delegates, and our inspiring speakers! A huge thank you to Peppermint Bars & Events for providing the drinks and making this gathering possible. Let’s unwind, share insights, and strengthen our community as we wrap up a fantastic day at SES24! 🌿🤝 #SES24 #Vision2025 #Networking #Community #Sustainability

🌞 Best of the Summer: Green Success Stories 2024 🌿 From 16:20 - 17:00 at SES24, join us for an inspiring session celebrating the Green Success Stories of 2024. John Rostron, CEO of the Association of Independent Festivals, introducing guests from leading UK outdoor festivals who have made significant strides in reducing environmental impacts this season. With Claire O'Neill, Raphael Gilmore, Jasmine Norton-Lyons and Pauline Bourdon. This is a fantastic opportunity to hear firsthand about the campaigns, initiatives, and innovations that are paving the way for a greener future in the events sector. Let’s learn, get inspired, and continue driving change together! 🌱🎶 #SES24 #Vision2025 #GreenSuccess #Sustainability #Festivals #EnvironmentalImpact

🏆 Boss Cabins Wins The Showman’s Show Innovation Award LIVE! 🌿 🏆 Huge congratulations to Boss Cabins Ltd for taking home the prestigious Innovation Award at The Showman's Show - The Outdoor Event Services Exhibition! 🎉👏 Their commitment to sustainability and cutting-edge solutions has once again proven them to be industry leaders. This award is a testament to their innovative approach, making a positive impact on the future of outdoor events. 🌱✨ Well deserved, Boss Cabins! 🏆🌿 #ShowmansShow #InnovationAward #BossCabins #Sustainability #OutdoorEvents