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Strasbourg Airport is engaged in Airport Carbon Accreditation scheme since 2021 and has obtained in 2022 level 2 “Reduction”. It aims at being carbon neutral in 2050.
Local associations accompany and support organizations in their sustainable approach such as "Initiatives Durables" for local businesses and "Eco-manifestations Alsace" for event organizers that want their events to be more sustainable. An ecosystem of valorization of resources and circular economy is developing.
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Strasbourg Convention Bureau is working hand in hand with local suppliers to offer event organizers memorable stays and immerse them truly in Strasbourg way of life. We offer free support and impartial recommendations according to clients' needs and desires, among our network of almost 200 members including hotels, restaurants, reception venues, event agencies and many more. Strasbourg Convention Bureau carries out actions in order to make business tourism in Strasbourg more responsible, by supporting its members and providing quality information to event organizers.
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Strasbourg 2023 GDS-Index Report
Strasbourg, France
2023 Performance Overview
DMO
Supplier
Social
Environmental
Performance Highlights
Summary
Environmental
Supplier
Social
Being at the heart of Europe, Strasbourg is one of the best connected cities in France and a very popular destination for national and international tourists. Its gastronomy, architecture and history make Strasbourg a very special and attractive place. Mixing traditions and modernity, the metropolis of Strasbourg offers a high quality of life for inhabitants as well as an unforgettable and authentic experience for visitors. Strasbourg has been implementing sustainability for years in its core values and has launched a variety of initiatives to support local stakeholders, limit environmental impact as well as to make sure that all are involved in the decisions. Through its tourism strategy, the Eurometropolis of Strasbourg aims to build a more sustainable, more inclusive and more diversified destination in collaboration with its stakeholders.
Strasbourg Convention Bureau is working hand in hand with local suppliers to offer event organizers memorable stays and immerse them truly in Strasbourg way of life. We offer free support and impartial recommendations according to clients' needs and desires, among our network of almost 200 members including hotels, restaurants, reception venues, event agencies and many more. Strasbourg Convention Bureau carries out actions in order to make business tourism in Strasbourg more responsible, by supporting its members and providing quality information to event organizers.
Beyond being surrounded by a preserved “Green Belt” dating back from more than a hundred years ago, Strasbourg puts extra care in the preservation of its biodiversity. To that end, a strategy to rewild the city, named the Plan Canopée, has been launched in 2020. The metropolis watches out for air quality as well with special measures in case of pollution peaks and a low-emission zone, in which the more polluting vehicles are banned. It is also pioneer in developing soft mobility with one of the biggest French bike path network (600 kms), the biggest French tramway network, a pedestrian action plan as well as a strong position for innovative mobility. All infrastructures and facilities aim at offering more efficient, affordable and sustainable transportation means for residents as well as for visitors. The Eurometropolis of Strasbourg also acts for waste reduction and management, through education, information and the development of circular economy.
All in all, the metropolis thrives to reduce its carbon footprint to improve the quality of life and reduce its environmental impact. A “Climate Agency” has therefore been created in 2021 to support and advise territories and stakeholders in their sustainable actions thanks to climate experts’ consulting.
Main congress and exhibition venues in Strasbourg such as the Zenith, the Convention Center and the Exhibition Center are certified ISO 9001, ISO 14001 or ISO 20121. The Exhibition Center, inaugurated in 2022, has been completely designed by its architect to minimize its environmental impact and to blend in the nature. Its structure is made of wood and large windows to let natural light enter and fits perfectly into the surrounding nature. A geocooling system connected to the water table cools the building and creates natural ventilation. 5000 m² of solar panels are installed on its roof to generate power for both the convention and the exhibition centers.
A certain number of caterers, restaurants, hotels, or activity providers of the destination are also certified and/or take part in sustainable local initiatives, whether donations to associations or better supply – and waste management for example. Strasbourg Convention Bureau intends to share information to suppliers about local initiatives and best sustainable practices they can implement.
Strasbourg Airport is engaged in Airport Carbon Accreditation scheme since 2021 and has obtained in 2022 level 2 “Reduction”. It aims at being carbon neutral in 2050.
Local associations accompany and support organizations in their sustainable approach such as "Initiatives Durables" for local businesses and "Eco-manifestations Alsace" for event organizers that want their events to be more sustainable. An ecosystem of valorization of resources and circular economy is developing.
The metropolis of Strasbourg is considered the capital of Europe thanks to strong institutions such as the European Parliament and the Council of Europe. The destination is also proud to preserve its heritage with 2 districts classified in the UNESCO world heritage list. Local traditions are also kept while the city enjoys a very culturally diverse influence from its history. It is an important crossroad for education thanks to a bright university ranked amongst the top 10 in France, and five Nobel Prizes won in the fields of medicine and chemistry. In 2023, Booking rated Alsace the most welcoming French region. This reward can be felt in Strasbourg which is a very hospitable and tolerant city that embraces inclusion and accessibility amongst its main values. Most of the city's walkways, public buildings and transport facilities are adapted for people with disabilities. Beyond these values, Strasbourg tourism office has been awarded with the "Quality Tourism" label for its high standards and visitors satisfaction. There is also a real desire to involve all stakeholders, and in particular residents, in the decisions taken in the metropolitan area in order to anticipate their concerns and to improve their satisfaction. Therefore, residents are invited to vote, give their opinion or make suggestions through a dedicated platform and meetings.
Summary
Being at the heart of Europe, Strasbourg is one of the best connected cities in France and a very popular destination for national and international tourists. Its gastronomy, architecture and history make Strasbourg a very special and attractive place. Mixing traditions and modernity, the metropolis of Strasbourg offers a high quality of life for inhabitants as well as an unforgettable and authentic experience for visitors. Strasbourg has been implementing sustainability for years in its core values and has launched a variety of initiatives to support local stakeholders, limit environmental impact as well as to make sure that all are involved in the decisions. Through its tourism strategy, the Eurometropolis of Strasbourg aims to build a more sustainable, more inclusive and more diversified destination in collaboration with its stakeholders.
Strasbourg Convention Bureau is working hand in hand with local suppliers to offer event organizers memorable stays and immerse them truly in Strasbourg way of life. We offer free support and impartial recommendations according to clients' needs and desires, among our network of almost 200 members including hotels, restaurants, reception venues, event agencies and many more. Strasbourg Convention Bureau carries out actions in order to make business tourism in Strasbourg more responsible, by supporting its members and providing quality information to event organizers.
Does Strasbourg Convention Bureau have a Sustainability Strategy?
Does Strasbourg have a sustainable destination certificate?
Does Strasbourg Convention Bureau report on its sustainability performance?
Environmental
Beyond being surrounded by a preserved “Green Belt” dating back from more than a hundred years ago, Strasbourg puts extra care in the preservation of its biodiversity. To that end, a strategy to rewild the city, named the Plan Canopée, has been launched in 2020. The metropolis watches out for air quality as well with special measures in case of pollution peaks and a low-emission zone, in which the more polluting vehicles are banned. It is also pioneer in developing soft mobility with one of the biggest French bike path network (600 kms), the biggest French tramway network, a pedestrian action plan as well as a strong position for innovative mobility. All infrastructures and facilities aim at offering more efficient, affordable and sustainable transportation means for residents as well as for visitors. The Eurometropolis of Strasbourg also acts for waste reduction and management, through education, information and the development of circular economy.
All in all, the metropolis thrives to reduce its carbon footprint to improve the quality of life and reduce its environmental impact. A “Climate Agency” has therefore been created in 2021 to support and advise territories and stakeholders in their sustainable actions thanks to climate experts’ consulting.
OF ELECTRICITY FROM RENEWABLES
HECTARES OF GREEN AREA PER 100 000 POPULATION
Supplier
Main congress and exhibition venues in Strasbourg such as the Zenith, the Convention Center and the Exhibition Center are certified ISO 9001, ISO 14001 or ISO 20121. The Exhibition Center, inaugurated in 2022, has been completely designed by its architect to minimize its environmental impact and to blend in the nature. Its structure is made of wood and large windows to let natural light enter and fits perfectly into the surrounding nature. A geocooling system connected to the water table cools the building and creates natural ventilation. 5000 m² of solar panels are installed on its roof to generate power for both the convention and the exhibition centers.
A certain number of caterers, restaurants, hotels, or activity providers of the destination are also certified and/or take part in sustainable local initiatives, whether donations to associations or better supply – and waste management for example. Strasbourg Convention Bureau intends to share information to suppliers about local initiatives and best sustainable practices they can implement.
Strasbourg Airport is engaged in Airport Carbon Accreditation scheme since 2021 and has obtained in 2022 level 2 “Reduction”. It aims at being carbon neutral in 2050.
Local associations accompany and support organizations in their sustainable approach such as "Initiatives Durables" for local businesses and "Eco-manifestations Alsace" for event organizers that want their events to be more sustainable. An ecosystem of valorization of resources and circular economy is developing.
OF HOTEL ROOMS SUSTAINABILITY CERTIFIED
OF VENUES SUSTAINABILITY CERTIFIED
OF PCOS/DMCS SUSTAINABILITY CERTIFIED
Social
The metropolis of Strasbourg is considered the capital of Europe thanks to strong institutions such as the European Parliament and the Council of Europe. The destination is also proud to preserve its heritage with 2 districts classified in the UNESCO world heritage list. Local traditions are also kept while the city enjoys a very culturally diverse influence from its history. It is an important crossroad for education thanks to a bright university ranked amongst the top 10 in France, and five Nobel Prizes won in the fields of medicine and chemistry. In 2023, Booking rated Alsace the most welcoming French region. This reward can be felt in Strasbourg which is a very hospitable and tolerant city that embraces inclusion and accessibility amongst its main values. Most of the city's walkways, public buildings and transport facilities are adapted for people with disabilities. Beyond these values, Strasbourg tourism office has been awarded with the "Quality Tourism" label for its high standards and visitors satisfaction. There is also a real desire to involve all stakeholders, and in particular residents, in the decisions taken in the metropolitan area in order to anticipate their concerns and to improve their satisfaction. Therefore, residents are invited to vote, give their opinion or make suggestions through a dedicated platform and meetings.
81
SDG IMPLEMENTATION SCORE
86
SCORE ON SOCIAL PROGRESS INDEX
72
SCORE ON CORRUPTION PERCEPTION INDEX
About the Global Destination Sustainability Movement
The Global Destination Sustainability Movement (GDSM) brings together the sustainability pioneers of the business and leisure tourism world, working with destinations to co-create their tourism and events strategies, benchmark and improve their sustainability performance and transform value chains in order to catalyse regeneration.
Our purpose is to engage, inspire and enable the business events and tourism industry to become more sustainable and regenerative.
Our Methodology
In 2022 the GDS-Index used 70 indicators that evaluate destinations sustainability performance across four key areas. If you are interested, you can read our benchmarking methodology in detail here.
Environmental
Performance
Climate, Energy and Emissions
Circularity and Waste
Water
Air Quality
Transportation
Biodiversity
Social
Performance
SDG Alignment
Corruption
Diversity, Equity and Inclusion
Health, Safety and Wellness
Accessibility
Resident Engagement
Supplier
Performance
Hotels
Airport
Agencies (PCOs & DMCs)
Restaurants
Venues
Academia
Destination
Management
Performance
Destination Strategy
Governance and Reporting
Policy and Certification
Capacity Building
Measurement, Impact and Reporting
Marketing and Communications
Diversity, Equality and Inclusion
Ownership
The GDSM is not owned by any one organisation. It is operated as a multi-stakeholder partnership founded and endorsed by IMEX, MCI, the International Congress and Convention Association (ICCA) and City Destinations Alliance (CityDNA). Gubi Consulting and Guy Bigwood are responsible for the management of the Secretariat.
