With the aim of reducing the environmental impact of our trade shows and creating more sustainable events, at Alimentaria + Hostelco we are carrying out a range of initiatives designed to make improvements from one edition to the next.
We are aware that it is essential to implement sustainable measures to tackle climate change, with the commitment to set an example for our sector.
United for Sustainability is a project that helps to put in place a wide variety of sustainability-related measures and to generate a more positive impact for both exhibitors and visitors. These measures include initiatives that are always aligned with the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).
Sustainable Development Goals
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With the aim of supporting exhibitors and turning the trade show into a platform to showcase the sector’s sustainability and commitment to the SDGs, we have created a form with evaluation criteria to identify exhibitors who have implemented actions and best practices in these areas.
Before and during Alimentaria and Hostelco, we will promote the work of these companies by awarding them the United for Sustainability distinction of “Company with a Sustainable Initiative.” Exhibitors who meet the criteria will enjoy the following benefits:
Remember, the sooner you submit your application, the sooner we can promote your participation as a “Company with Sustainable Initiatives.”
Deadline to complete the form: 19 February 2026
Are you an exhibitor?
Check the Sustainable Participation Guide to find all the information you need to make your experience at Alimentaria + Hostelco sustainable and environmentally friendly.
Help us make a positive impact through our initiatives
The organisation carries out various initiatives in which we invite you to participate to help us become more sustainable and environmentally responsible:
Collaboration with Ecovidrio for the collection and management of glass waste.
Collaboration with Banc dels Aliments to combat food waste and recover surplus food from the event.
Reduction and elimination of all single-use plastics throughout the venue: cardboard lanyards, bottles, cutlery, plates, and more.
Installation of recycling islands for the separation and selective collection of waste into 4 fractions
Badge, lanyard and pass holder collection at the exit of the venue
Digital press points and printing of all materials on recycled paper with FSC certification.
Innoval, the Alimentaria space showcasing the sector’s most innovative products, now has a new sustainability award.
To encourage the use of public transport around the city, a 10% discount is offered on the purchase of the Hola Barcelona Travel Card.
Results
2024
- 8,000 kg of recycled glass
- 26,405 kg of food donated to Banc dels Aliments
- 15,907 app downloads
- 3,232 kg of paper saved by avoiding printing
2022
- 10,320 kg of recycled glass
- 20,800 kg of food donated to Banc dels Aliments
- 3,252 kg of paper saved by avoiding printing
Sustainability Partners
