Smarter AV Choices for Lower Carbon Impact Events

AV might not be the first thing that comes to mind when planning a sustainable event — but it should be. In this episode of Sips for Change, Martine and Tammy break down how audio visual choices quietly drive up event emissions, costs, and waste — and what planners can do about it. From LED lighting and modular stage setups to smarter vendor questions and logistics planning, this episode is packed with practical strategies to make your next event more efficient without sacrificing production quality. Whether you're an event planner, hospitality professional, or venue manager, you'll walk away with a clear framework for rethinking AV from the ground up — starting at the very first planning call. In this episode: Why AV has a bigger sustainability footprint than most planners realize How to brief your AV team for lower-impact outcomes Equipment swaps that cut energy use without cutting quality The questions every planner should be asking their AV vendors Where to start if you're just beginning your sustainability journey Small shifts. Real impact. That's the Sips for Change way.   RESOURCES https://audiovideogroup.com/sustainable-av-greener-installations-for-a-brighter-future/ https://www.ems-events.co.uk/sustainable-event-production-av-esg https://xchange.avixa.org/posts/sustainability-in-the-av-industry-leading-companies-making-an-impact https://sonusevents.com/led-vs-traditional-lighting-performance-a-practical-guide-for-event-organisers/ https://canadianspecialevents.com/practical-av-tips-for-reducing-an-events-carbon-footprint/ https://ccsprojects.com/the-green-side-of-av-sustainable-solutions-for-modern-businesses/ https://avdusa.com/tips-for-sustainable-corporate-events/ https://www.cinos.net/blog/why-av-is-key-to-a-greener-it-strategy/ https://rentforevent.com/blog/sustainable-av-solutions-a-practical-guide-to-eco-friendly-events/ https://insights.eventscouncil.org/Portals/0/Documents/Sustainability/Standards/E_%20Audio%20Visual.pdf?ver=2019-10-24-120139-560 https://inevent.com/blog/events/plan-sustainable-event-complete-guide.html https://ozone.unep.org/sites/default/files/Greening/22UNOzone_EMSManual.pdf