Low-waste, Green Events by the Solid Waste Management Round Table (SWMRT)
About the Solution
This playbook by the Solid Waste Management Round Table (SWMRT) on green and low-waste events provides step-by-step guidance on how to plan and execute weddings or gatherings with minimal environmental impact. By focusing on waste reduction, segregation, and responsible disposal, the playbook enables event hosts, planners, and caterers to create celebrations that are joyful yet sustainable. It simplifies the process by curating best practices, vendor options, and practical steps—so stakeholders don’t have to reinvent the wheel. This playbook demonstrates how thoughtful planning of food, cutlery, décor, gifts, and waste management can transform events into eco-conscious milestones, while also inspiring others to adopt similar practices.
Solid Waste Management Round Table (SWMRT) is a collective of individuals, practitioners, and organizations working to drive sustainable waste management practices across India. Through campaigns and initiatives like the Sustainable Living Campaign, SWMRT has been at the forefront of promoting waste segregation, decentralized composting, and low-waste lifestyle choices. Their work supports communities, institutions, and citizens in adopting practical solutions that reduce landfill dependence and build circular systems.
They can be reached via:
Mail: info@swmrt.com
Training
Category – Implementation
Sub-Category – Low-waste, Green Events
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Willingness to travel – Yes
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Institution / Trainer – Solid Waste Management Round Table (SWMRT)
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Short Description –
Audience: Event Management Companies, Catering Companies
Objectives:
To guide event organizers and hosts in planning zero-waste or low-waste weddings and celebrations.
To provide practical tools for reducing, segregating, and responsibly disposing of event-related waste.
To enable stakeholders to integrate sustainable alternatives in food, cutlery, décor, and gifting.
To promote eco-conscious celebrations that balance tradition, joy, and environmental responsibility.