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What is the Cisco Networkers Green Agenda?

It is widely understood that the future of the planet hangs delicately in the balance and that human activity is changing the climate. Cisco recognises this fact and that the time for change is now, requiring the entire Cisco community to get behind a committed response to leading this change. Cisco's Environmental and Sustainable Business Practices are at the heart of this change.

Recognising the need for an increased effort around the Green Issue, Cisco Networkers 2008 is committed to becoming an environmentally conscious event that contributes to the combined effort we are all making towards preserving the future of our planet. The Cisco Networkers Green Agenda therefore involves a number of key initiatives that focus on:

The following activities have been considered as part of this year’s Green Agenda.

The Venue - Barcelona and the CCIB

Barcelona has its own green agenda known as Agenda 21 which includes promotion of solar energy, an environmentally sound waste management strategy, water consumption reduction strategy and an urban regeneration plan. The existence of Agenda 21 and the pedestrian friendly nature of the city make it an ideal choice to host Cisco Networkers 2008 and to enable a greener event.

The Centre Convencions Internacional Barcelona (CCIB) is a sustainable building that aligns well with the event green objectives:

  • The auditorium has natural cooling (flooded cover) using a layer of naturally collected water to regulate temperature
  • The internal temperature is controlled using steam from the local water plant
  • Some parts of the building are constructed from re-cycled materials
  • Water management system that uses rain water is used throughout the toilet facilities
  • The location of the venue puts it within walking distance of many of the local hotels which minimises dependency on local transport

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Sustainable Event Management

This approach seeks to minimise the impact of an event on the environment. At the event you will experience:

  • Easily located bins to recycle paper and plastics
  • Minimal use of disposable materials for sessions and catering
  • Services provided by suppliers with “green” credentials
  • World of Solutions – reusable material used for stand construction

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Materials Management

To minimise waste we will:

  • Use crockery and cutlery as often as possible for catering
  • Use recyclable catering materials such as repressed cardboard as an alternative
  • All disposed materials will be separated for re-cycling
  • Bins will be provided for event badges to be collected and recycled
  • Green merchandise has been selected where possible
  • Minimal use of paper throughout the event – DVDs containing breakout session material provided in delegate bags

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The Use of Technology to Drive Change

Cisco Networkers this year is looking to make maximum use of technology

  • Cisco's Digital Media Solution (DMS) will be deployed throughout the event venue to reduce the dependency on hard copy materials and printed signage
  • DVD containing all Breakout Session presentations is being introduced
  • On-line tools that provide Registration and Session Scheduling capability as well as access to post event content - Networkers On-line
  • Showcase of Cisco’s latest technology and a Cisco Green stand in the World of Solutions

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Playing Your Part in Helping Cisco Networkers to go Green

Here are some suggestions on how you can play your part in helping Cisco Networkers to go Green:

  • Travel by foot or public transport to the venue
  • Turn off lights, air-conditioning and electrical items when leaving rooms
  • Reduce room thermostats by 1 degree whenever possible
  • Opt for electronic information rather than printed
  • Print only when necessary and always print double-sided
  • Use the recycled / chlorine-free paper provided onsite
  • Set computers and peripherals to sleep when not in use
  • Use the recycling facilities provided for any unwanted material
  • Hand in badges and unwanted collateral on departure for recycling
  • Visit the Green team in the World of Solutions to exchange ideas and tips

Visit the Cisco Green team in the World of Solutions to share views on how you and your organisation can meet your own green objectives. Many of the Cisco teams attending the event will be happy to discuss your green issues within the World of Solutions.

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Cisco Green IT White Paper

Being part of the green IT solution is not just about individual products or solutions, any more than it is just about the individual enterprise. It is about transforming the business ecosystem for the future, creating a new mindset, and using IT to its fullest extent across all sectors. In this way, human beings and the environment will benefit, and the best companies will thrive. Learn more about why IT must take a lead in greening the enterprise by downloading a copy of the Cisco Green IT White Paper.

Download your copy of the Cisco Green IT White Paper here.

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