A sustainable summit

and a pioneering event in eco-responsibility

ChangeNow commitments

Respect for the environment, waste reduction and social inclusion are cornerstones of the ChangeNOW organisation. We continuously explore new solutions, turning the summit into a living laboratory for pioneering responsible event practices.

97.3%

of reused materials

EVENT PARTNERS

Certified impact

Since 2020, we have been measuring the carbon footprint of the Summit, in partnership with ClimateSeed, in order to implement an annual strategy to reduce our carbon impact in all areas, including transport of participants and goods or purchase of services, which are our main source of carbon impact.

Thanks to these efforts, the ChangeNOW Summit became the first major event to reach Level 2 of the REEVE label. In 2022, 75 commitments were audited and validated, highlighting our concrete actions toward a more responsible event. In 2024, ChangeNOW also became a Certified B Corporation, achieving a score of 95, well above the 80-point threshold required for certification. This milestone marks ChangeNOW’s dedication to accountability, transparency, and driving meaningful social and environmental impact.

Why should you attend?

Trust us: there are countless reasons for you to attend ChangeNow 2026

Refuse

0 disposable plastic, aluminum and glass packaging, no goodies, no kakemonos, no plastic badges, no carpeting on the stands.

Rethink

Stages combining scenic quality and minimal carbon footprint, signage without dates or locations to ensure easy reuse, badges made from plant-based paper using no trees, food deposit solution for all our exhibitors.

Reuse

Second life found for scenography materials for future editions or through partnership with other events; badge lanyards reused.

Revalorisation

Waste oversorting system with Aremacs, methanation process for bio-waste from the food court, catering areas and coffee shops thanks to Love Your Waste, or donations of unsold food to students in need.

Responsible food

At ChangeNOW, we have chosen to offer our participants sustainable and innovative solutions right down to what’s on their plates. All our food offerings, from the Food Court and cocktail receptions to the exhibitors’ lunch boxes, are designed with a strong focus on sustainability:

100% vegetarian dishes for cocktail receptions.
Zero-waste lunch boxes for exhibitors, using returnable glass jars and fully compostable cutlery.
Committed Food Court restaurateurs, who offer at least 80% vegetarian options, measure the carbon footprint of each recipe and keep it below 2 kg CO₂e per menu. They also source at least 80% of their ingredients locally, seasonally, and with a low carbon footprint (ban on beef, lamb, shellfish, avocados…).

Beyond these ambitious environmental standards, 62,5% of them are also strongly committed to social impact, supporting refugee employment, senior inclusion, and opportunities for people with disabilities.

How to take part?

Four opportunities for selected solutions

Accessibility

Solidarity passes and special rates to ensure access for all
Live translation system with subtitles available in all languages
Guaranteed access for people with reduced mobility (PRMs)

Youth

The “Banlieues for Change” program engaged around 200 young people from underserved areas in a full day of discovery, empowerment, and professional opportunity, mobilized in collaboration with community partners.

Diversity

Gender equality among summit speakers
Inclusion of diverse minorities on stage and throughout the event program
Learning expedition organised for people with visual impairment

Transport

91.7% of our carbon footprint is linked to transport.
This is the largest source of emissions at the summit, here are the measures put in place to reduce it:

A central location in Paris

Easily accessible by public transport.

Partnership with Rail company

Partnerships with the platform TicTactrip and more to come in order to encourage participants to travel to the Summit by train instead of by plane for accessible destinations.

Soft mobility

Awareness-raising initiatives, including a carbon contribution option offered to each participant based on their chosen mode of transport.

Bike

A dedicated bicycle parking area in front of the Grand Palais, promoting low-carbon mobility.