Going Green Together

ISAKOS believes we all have a part to play in preserving our future for generations to come, both locally and across the globe. And even small actions matter! Therefore, we’ve taken steps to make the 2027 ISAKOS Congress more environmentally friendly.

We are committed to making our meeting as environmentally and socially responsible as possible. In collaboration  with ICC Sydney, a venue recognized for its independently verified sustainability programs, we aim to reduce our environmental impact while creating an inclusive, accessible and welcoming experience for all delegates.

ISAKOS 2027 and the Sustainable Development Goals

The United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) provide a global framework for creating a more sustainable future.

Tapping into the sustainability initiatives at ICC Sydney, ISAKOS is committed to prioritizing responsible event practices that reduce environmental impact and promote positive social outcomes. ICC Sydney has adopted the SDGs as part of its sustainability strategy, with initiatives aligned to the following goals:

Contributions You Can Make as an ISAKOS 2027 Delegate

As individuals and as a global community, we can all help reduce our environmental impact. During the ISAKOS Congress, we encourage delegates to:

  • Use the Congress mobile app to access the program and event information.
  • Contribute to our waste diversion goals by using the venue’s recycling and waste stations correctly.
  • Walk or use Sydney’s safe and clean public transport network whenever practical.
  • Bring and use a reusable water bottle or coffee mug.
  • Prioritize eco-friendly certified accommodations for your stay.

Sustainable Development Goals

Quality Education

Ensure inclusive and equitable quality education and promote lifelong learning opportunities for all. Our top priority is to make high-quality education available to our community. Our goals include eliminating educational gaps between genders; providing more accessible conference options; and enhancing the quality of the scientific program.

What We Are Doing:

  • High-Quality Scientific Program – Carefully crafted by an international team of experts. We aim to constantly improve the session formats, introduce new relevant topics and invite the best international experts.
  • Expanding Access to Education – Promoting accessible learning opportunities and fostering collaboration among orthopaedic professionals from around the world.
  • Promoting Sustainable Development – Working with our venue and supply chain to  encourage more sustainable options from our vendors, openly communicate our efforts to do better, and inspire our partners and participants to reduce their footprint too.

Responsible Consumption & Production

We aim to ensure sustainable consumption and production patterns. We recognize the environmental impact that large-scale events like can have, so sustainable production and consumption are one of our top priorities in organizing the ISAKOS 2027 Congress. We are working with our suppliers to ensure maximum positive change.

What We Are Doing:

• Prioritizing digital communications where practical to help reduce printed materials.
• Supporting ICC Sydney’s comprehensive waste management program, which aims to divert 75% of waste from landfill through recycling, reuse and resource recovery initiatives.
• Encouraging responsible waste separation and working with ICC Sydney to activate targeted recycling streams
• Hosting the Congress at ICC Sydney, where approximately 24% of venue operations are powered by renewable energy through onsite solar generation and renewable electricity procurement.
• Supporting a venue that utilizes energy-efficient building systems, venue-wide LED lighting and more than 98% chemical-free cleaning technologies.

Partnerships for the Goals

Strong partnerships help create lasting environmental, educational and community impact.

What We Are Doing

• Partnering with ICC Sydney, whose sustainability performance is independently verified through EarthCheck benchmarking and ISO 14001 Environmental Management certification.
• Supporting a venue that partners with organizations including OzHarvest, Matthew Talbot Hostel and ReLove to donate surplus food and event materials to local communities.
• Recognizing opportunities to respectfully celebrate Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander cultures through ICC Sydney’s First Nations Legacy Program.
• Working together to create a more sustainable, inclusive and socially responsible Congress experience.