Carbon neutral
Victoria was one of the first jurisdictions in the world to put a net-zero emissions target in law. The Government brought forward the commitment to achieve net-zero from 2050 to 2045.
Create a legacy of sustainability
The Melbourne Convention Bureau (MCB) places a strong emphasis on sustainability, recognising its critical importance as a key mission. Our goal is to secure business events that have a positive impact on the social, environmental and economic aspects of the city, and to reinforce our position as a safe, sustainable and innovative destination worldwide. MCB works hard to prioritise sustainability efforts within the business events industry, and we urge our association clients and delegates to join us in achieving our collective sustainability goals. To find out more about MCB's commitment, read our Sustainability Policy.
Melbourne: A sustainable eco-city
Clean energy
Victoria boasts a strong mix of renewable energy technologies, including solar, wind and wave power and has set world-leading targets to cut the state's greenhouse gas emissions by 2045.
Renewable energy targets
Victoria is a sought-after destination for carbon services throughout the Asia-Pacific region and Australia's #1 Sustainable City for business events in the Global Destination Sustainability Index (GDS-Index).
Melbourne's sustainability credentials
Watch our sustainability video to learn more about Melbourne's impressive sustainability credentials for delivering successful business events and driving legacy outcomes.
We are in the Top 40 most sustainable cities
Melbourne is in the GDS-Index global Top 40 and is ranked number one in Australia for sustainability contributions to environment, supplier, social, and destination management.
Green snapshot
Solar powered trams
Melbourne's trams run on renewable energy generated by two solar farms.
Plastics ban
Problematic single use plastics are banned from sale or supply in Victoria.
Melbourne Convention and Exhibition Centre (MCEC) sustainability fast facts
MCEC were the first convention centre in the world to be awarded a 6 Green Star environmental rating.
MCEC has been EarthCheck certified since 2009 and has proudly achieved Platinum status since 2023.
MCB supports event planners to achieve sustainability goals
To assist you in your efforts to combat climate change and create a sustainable business event in Melbourne, we offer a range of helpful tips, tools, and templates. Our team can also offer tailored advice.
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Free tools to get you started
Event planners have the power to make a positive impact on both the environment and the community, so we've made it simple to plan sustainable business events in Melbourne. By prioritising sustainability from the very beginning of the planning process, MCB supports you to take proactive steps to ensure the most sustainable outcome.
Sustainability resources
First Peoples Engagement Guide
This guide includes tips on how to create a culturally enriching business event that delivers social impact.
MCB Sustainability Toolkit
This toolkit provides you with educational resources, helpful templates and inspiration to help you plan a sustainable event in Melbourne and Victoria
Acknowledgement and Welcome to Country map
Use this map to identify who the Traditional Owners are in the location of your business event and to organise the appropriate Elder for your Welcome to Country ceremony.
It's easy to hold a sustainable event
Read about this medical conference's tried and tested tactics to host a successful carbon neutral business event in Melbourne.
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Host a sustainable business event in Melbourne
For free advice and support about hosting a sustainable business event in Melbourne, Australia email [email protected]