Excel London is accelerating its transition to becoming net zero by bringing its target date forward by five years ahead of legislation a first for a venue of its size.
London’s largest event venue, totalling 125,000sqm, has now committed to become net zero by 2045 in addition to releasing its Net Zero Transition Plan, also complementing UK Net Zero Week 5-11 July.
In April 2022, Excel became a signatory of the COP26-backed Net Zero Carbon Events Pledge. Now, the venue has launched its roadmap to the revised target date, backed by a series of short and long-term decarbonisation initiatives that address Scope 1, 2 and 3 emissions.
Excel has already made significant decarbonisation progress through initiatives such as procuring 100% renewable electricity and transitioning to HVO biodiesel, installing energy-efficient LED digital screens throughout the venue, and operating a zero waste-to-landfill policy for over a decade.
The transition plan outlines further renewable energy and resource efficiency initiatives, with a 75% recycling rate target in 2025 and ambitions to transition to fully hybrid or electric fleet by 2030.
Excel London CEO, Jeremy Rees, commented: “As one of the world’s leading venues, we are fully aware of our responsibility and unique position to lead the way in addressing the climate crisis within the events industry, alongside our owners ADNEC Group.”
Natalie Sykes one of two dedicated sustainability managers at Excel London added: “As outlined in our Net Zero Transition Plan released today, we will now focus on scaling renewable energy and energy efficiency initiatives to reduce our Scope 1 and 2 emissions, as well as reducing Scope 3 emissions by collaborating with our value chain.
“As with many organisations, we recognise that our progress is also closely tied to advancements in technology and infrastructure, particularly in the transition away from gas. That’s why our Net Zero Transition Plan also focuses on working closely with our stakeholders and partners to drive innovations and explore new opportunities for decarbonisation.”
