Events: Green Your Event

Are you hosting an event at Berea College? Plan it with sustainability in mind from the start! This page centralizes resources and information to help you plan and host your event at Berea College sustainably. Scroll down for tips, trainings, forms, and more.

Interested in seeing what events are happening around campus? Visit the Events Calendar to learn more.

Looking for easy tips and tricks to help you plan your next event? Check out the following resources for ways to plan events with sustainability in mind, from the start:

A Zero Waste Ambassador is an individual (student, staff, or faculty) who has successfully completed our training program, equipping them with the knowledge to plan for and manage waste diversion stations at their events.

Are you interested in becoming a Zero Waste Ambassador? The process is quick and easy! To get started, simply fill out this form. Our team will contact you and provide you with training materials as a next step. Thank you for making your events more eco-conscious for a greener future!

Finished your training? Make sure to check out our Zero Waste Events page for more information to help you get Waste Diversion Station bins set up for your event.

Planning an event or meeting on campus? Fill out Facilities Management's Moves & Events Setups Policy and Request Form to request tables, chairs, receptacles, etc. Please note all event set-ups require a minimum 14 days notice.

Interested in order compostable supplies for your next event? Please contact FM about placing a compostable supply order, by emailing David McHargue at mchargued2@berea.edu. For additional information, visit the compostable supply order webpage.