Sustainabiliy

Responsible event delivery starts with intention and considered action.

Guided by the UN SDGs

At silent seminars, we embed sustainability into the way we plan, deliver, and refine our work across the events we support.

At Silent Seminars, we believe that great events should contribute positively to people and the planet. Our sustainability approach is shaped by the UN Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) and guides everything from energy use and equipment choices, to accessibility and waste reduction. By integrating these principles into our daily work, we help organisers create events that are both high quality, and environmentally responsible.

Our ambition is to help shape an events landscape where exceptional audience experience and environmental responsibility go hand in hand. Through ongoing investment in efficient technology, thoughtful planning and open collaboration with the teams we support, we aim to reduce waste, limit emissions and encourage more sustainable choices at every stage of delivery.

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what our experiences deliver

What we deliver goes beyond audio equipment. Each Silent Seminars experience is crafted to make content clearer, engagement stronger and participation more inclusive. Whether the aim is to educate, inspire, or encourage conversation, our technology helps shape moments where ideas land with confidence and attendees feel fully part of the experience.

Limit sound pollution for others by keeping audio contained within headsets.

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Rechargeable headsets made from recycled material with a much lower carbon footprint than traditional AV.

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Making events accessible for all, by supporting those with hearing challenges, or neurodivergence.

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Creating spaces where people can gather, connect and take part, our events contribute to a sense of community and shared belonging.

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OUR POLICIES

Our policies reflect the standards we hold ourselves to, shaping how we work, how we engage with others and how we deliver events responsibly.

Sustainability Policy

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Social Policy

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STAKEHOLDER ENGAGEMENT