Sustainability
Building a responsible tech future starts with how we gather.
Technology's potential to address global challenges has never been greater. At Tectonic, we demonstrate this commitment through practical action—starting with how we organise our conference.
Our Approach
Venue Selection Wintercircus Ghent offers excellent public transport connections, reducing travel emissions whilst providing a historically significant backdrop that celebrates European heritage alongside technological progress.
Digital-First Operations
- Comprehensive event app replacing printed programmes
- Digital networking tools reducing paper waste
- Electronic ticketing and registration systems
- QR codes for session materials and resources
Local Partnerships We collaborate with Ghent-based suppliers and caterers, supporting the local economy while minimising transport emissions. Our catering features locally sourced, seasonal ingredients with plant-forward options.
Responsible Innovation Showcase Our innovation challenge prioritises startups developing solutions for sustainability, climate tech, and circular economy applications. We highlight European companies using technology to address environmental challenges.
Carbon Considerations While we encourage sustainable travel options, we recognise that meaningful collaboration sometimes requires in-person connection. We focus on maximising the value and impact of gathering 2,000+ European tech leaders in one place.
Beyond the Event
Knowledge Sharing All sessions are recorded and made available digitally, extending the conference's impact beyond the two-day event and reducing the need for multiple similar gatherings.
Community Building Our digital platform maintains year-round connections, reducing the need for additional travel while sustaining the collaborative relationships formed at Tectonic.
Practical Implementation We share our sustainability learnings with other event organisers, contributing to industry-wide improvement in conference sustainability practices.
Sustainability isn't just about environmental responsibility—it's about building technology solutions that serve human needs for generations to come.