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Today, sustainability at business events encompasses far more than just regional and seasonal catering or environmental protection: adherence to sustainable standards with regard to the social aspects of corporate social responsibility (CSR), employee comfort and compliance has become just as much a focus as sustainable economic activity.</p> </div> </section> <div class="sg-fld-article sg-subfld-paragraph box-center"> <p>On the following pages, event planners and providers in the event market will find extensive information on sustainability, the twin transformation, training opportunities, current research findings, relevant events and certification programs. 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