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Sustainability at BIOFACH
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A diet of organic food combines personal health and the protection of our planet in a natural way. However, for organic food to be more prevalent in retail, private households and canteens, a comprehensive transformation is needed - from the field to the plate. BIOFACH, the world's leading trade fair for organic food, focuses on the importance of organic products along the entire value chain, plant-based nutrition and natural cultivation methods. A lively industry meeting place for innovations in sustainable agriculture, global food security and climate protection.

Our events are global platforms for sustainable innovation.
Peter Ottmann, CEO NürnbergMesse

Sustainability network at BIOFACH

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On site and digital

BIOFACH serves up new trends and topics relating to organic food to its visitors. The accompanying BIOFACH Congress invites industry and media experts as well as stakeholders from politics and administration to take part in discussions. And to actively help shape the agenda of the various congress forums - from current challenges to future strategies. Decision-makers can network and deepen their knowledge together. They will also find inspiring sessions and exclusive content on the BIOFACH digital online platform beyond the duration of the trade fair.

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Exhibitors

Fresh organic food, vegan alternatives, raw materials and beverages: international industry experts present their innovations along the entire value chain at the world's leading trade fair BIOFACH. With stands and tastings that appeal to all the senses, they make the future of the organic farming and food industry, fair production and organic products as well as drugstore goods and natural cosmetics a tangible experience for interested parties and trade visitors. Their solutions and innovations show how the future of our nutrition can function responsibly in all directions.

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Programme

Diverse industry insights and an international perspective: that's BIOFACH. In the interactive SustainableFutureLab, experts will learn about innovative approaches in practical sessions. Start-ups with equally visionary solutions will compete for the BIOFACH Start-up Award in 5-minute pitches. The community decides - and benefits from the advantage of already knowing the developments of tomorrow. Technologies and AI are part of the revolution. However, the food revolution is taking place in the kitchen: With live cooking shows and talks, the Planetary Health experience showcases the future of a globally sustainable diet.

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Measures for responsible events

We are working to reduce the footprint of our service offerings. Among other things, we rely on reusable, modular aluminum trade fair stands, catering with local food, reusable tableware and a recycling system. With our EV charging stations, discounted train tickets and free public transport, we make climate-conscious travel easier.

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Travel and accommodation

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Stand construction

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Catering

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Energy

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Smart communication

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Recycling and Cleaning

Sustainability at NürnbergMesse

As the first trade fair company in Germany, we had our energy management certified to ISO 50001 back in 2014, and our environmental management is certified to ISO 14001. Our halls 3A and 3C have also been awarded DGNB Platinum status. Through measures such as our photovoltaic system with second-life battery storage and our recyclable ECO carpet, we make a measurable contribution to reducing our environmental impact. We document our measures each year in a voluntary sustainability report.

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Magazine: Our commitment to sustainability

In our first sustainability magazine, we offer a comprehensive look at our sustainability measures, milestones and our understanding of sustainability – from energy supply to recyclable carpets, from innovative logistics concepts to benefits for our employees.

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Tanja Rätsch
Executive Director Corporate Liaison & Sustainability