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Sustainability

Healthy environment for healthy kidneys

Sustainability

Take action for the planet at ERA24

The ERA Congress promotes sustainable development and global responsibility in different ways: the aim is to encourage environmentally friendly behaviours and to raise awareness on the importance of a healthy environment for healthy kidneys.

  1. Choose sustainable transportation: Prefer low-emission travel and public transportation: take advantage of the special offer by Arlanda Express and get 20% discount. Trains are fast, comfortable and ecological! More details here.
  2. Go digital and reduce paper usage: Access congress materials and schedules through our official Congress app and Virtual Congress to reduce paper waste.
  3. Bring your reusable items: Remember to bring your own reusable water bottle and coffee cup to refill at our water stations and coffee breaks.
  4. Recycle your lanyard: You can reuse it next year or return it at the Registration area at the end of the Congress.
  5. Reduce your carbon footprint: Reduce your flights carbon footprint thanks to the Fly Green Fund: use the carbon emissions calculator and make a donation to support the use of sustainable aviation fuel (SAF).
  6. Energy conservation: Turn off computers, laptops and other electronic devices when not in use. Recharge them only when needed.
  7. Waste reduction: Dispose of waste responsibly by using designated recycling and compost bins provided throughout the venue.
  8. Engage in sustainable catering:  Enjoy locally sourced food and vegetarian options provided by our caterers and avoid single-use plastics.
  9. Learn and share: Discover the ePlanet project at the ERA Booth to learn more about how healthcare professionals can make a positive impact
  10. Provide feedback: Share your thoughts and suggestions on how we can improve our sustainability efforts for future congresses

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Social responsibility

  • The ERA Congress supports multidisciplinary encounters and diversity perspectives (e.g. prayer room, nursery).
  • Several price categories are offered to make the Congress accessible even for participants from low-income countries and to enhance the participation of students and young nephrologists.
  • The ERA Congress strongly promotes gender balance.
  • ERA takes measures to ensure health safety (hygiene, thorough cleaning of facilities, medical support team) and people security (security staff).

Join us in this important journey

Our ecological initiatives for ERA24