Home / SustainabilitySustainabilityEnvironmentally ConsciousAt the CTICC sustainability is at the heart of everything we do, we support community initiatives, assist clients in creating ‘green’ events and generate business with positive economic impact, benefitting both society and the environment as a whole. Learn More Environmental Sustainability Water Electricity WasteLocal Community Partners FARRFoundation for Alchohol-Related Research (FARR), our legacy partner continues to do vital work with Western Cape communities affected by foetal alcohol spectrum disorders (FASDs). FARR is dedicated to building positive futures in South African communities by significantly reducing birth defects caused by alcohol consumption during pregnancy. Read More Home Of HopeHome of Hope is a Cape Town-based non-profit organisation dedicated to providing a safe and nurturing environment for vulnerable children, particularly those affected by Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder (FASD). Read More Oribi VillageOribi Village is a Cape Town-based social enterprise accelerator dedicated to fostering sustainable innovation and empowering changemakers. Read More Uthando (Love) South AfricaUthando (Love) South Africa is a Cape Town-based non-profit organisation that connects local and international supporters with innovative and impactful community development projects across South Africa. Read More FARRIkhaya le ThembaCall 2 Carehelp2read African Mining IndabaUPCYCLING CASE STUDIESView Case StudyInvesting in African Mining Indaba“For years, we have been assisting our clients to reduce, reuse, recycle and upcycle what some would consider ‘waste’, whether it be materials used to build exhibition stands or excess food, so that we can divert as much waste as possible from landfill,” said CTICC, CEO, Julie-May Ellingson. Have a look at the great strides this event has made below.AfricaComView Case StudyAfricaComAs one of the most significant events we host in terms of space used, we are excited to be part of making the event more sustainable. The 20th AfricaCom Conference and Exhibition in 2017 was a high profile technology showcase that bought together 400 exhibitors, 450 visionary speakers and 13 000 delegates and visitors. Find out more about how AfricaCom made their event more sustainable.UPCYCLING CASE STUDIESCape Wine Upcycling Case StudyUPCYCLING CASE STUDIESView Case StudyCape WineCape Wine is the flagship business showcase of the South African wine industry, attended by over 1 500 delegates. Presented at the CTICC every three years by Wines of South Africa (WOSA), it is the most successful international wine trade show in the southern hemisphere. Take a look at how Cape Wine made their event green.Consumer Goods ForumUPCYCLING CASE STUDIESView Case StudyConsumer Goods ForumThe Consumer Goods Forum (CGF) Global Summit brings together CEOs from some of the world's most successful retailers, manufacturers and service providers to set the global agenda for the consumer goods sector. Click below and find out how they made a sustainable difference.World Economic ForumUPCYCLING CASE STUDIESView Case StudyWorld Economic ForumThe World Economic Forum in Africa engages the foremost political, business and other leaders of society to shape regional and industry agendas on the continent. It seems only fitting that creating a sustainable event formed part of their forum, find out more below. Sustainability Achievements The CTICC is proud to have won the following awards for its sustainability commitments. Meetings Africa Small Stand Award Winner2021Biosphere Sustainable Lifestyle Special AwardSkål InternationalMeetings Africa Small Stand Award Winner2020Meetings Africa Small Stand Award WinnerEvent Greening ForumUniversal Accessibility and Experience Mobility Award2019Universal Accessibility and Experience Mobility AwardLilizela Tourism Awards: Local and NationalDelegate Choice Award for Innovation2019Delegate Choice Award for InnovationAIPC Innovation AwardBest Sustainable Development2019Best Sustainable Development CommunicationUFI Sustainable Development AwardsCommendation for Sustainability 20192019Commendation for Best Sustainability PracticeUFI Sustainable Development AwardsLilizela Universal Accessibility Award 20192019Lilizela Universal Accessibility AwardLilizela Universal Accessibility Award Local and NationalMeetings Africa2019Meetings Africa Medium Stand Award WinnerEvent Greening ForumLilizela Universal Accessibility Award 20182018Lilizela Universal Accessibility AwardLilizela Universal Accessibility Award Local and NationalCommendation for Sustainability 20162016Commendation for Best Sustainability PracticeUFI Sustainable Development AwardsCommendation for Sustainability 20152015Commendation for Best Sustainability PracticeUFI Sustainable Development Awards Imvelo Awards 20132013Best Overall Environmental Management SystemImvelo Awards Green Your Event Sustainability FAQs Maps & Directions ic_visitor_facilitiesCreated with Sketch. 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