Aberdeen Exhibition & Conference Centre

Aberdeen, Scotland: Committed to being a green friendly facility, Aberdeen Exhibition & Conference Centre (AECC) has been recognized by the Green Tourism Business Scheme (GTBS) with Silver Status for environmental awareness following a visit by the acclaimed organization.

The AECC was given the second highest accolade by the GTBS in recognition of their environmental efforts and impressive feedback from the GTBS, after a careful audit of the establishment in October, 2004.

The Green Audit Report revealed that the AECC excelled in Energy Saving, Water Issues and Waste Minimization – three increasingly important issues that clients and visitors alike are recognizing.

Several measures have been initiated as part of the Center’s growing involvement with environmental work. These include: the use of more recycling bins; the storing and disposing of all materials in accordance with the latest legislation; numerous energy and water saving devices; green approved catering equipment and food suppliers; and the creation of an Environmental Policy.

The Aberdeen Exhibition & Conference Centre has put the following measures in place:

Building Services:

• 90% of light fittings are low energy usage – both internal and external;
• Dimmer switches in Boyd Orr and larger Conference Rooms;
• Thermostatic radiator fitted to radiators;
• External optimiser to control heating system;
• Zoned Thermostats in place to control heating levels;
• Insulated cladding panels;
• A heat recovery unit in place;
• High efficiency boiler;
• Double glazing to 95% of windows;
• Insulated hot water tank;
• Thermostatic control of hot water;
• Reduced flush toilets in new buildings;
• Water quality test in place.

Catering:

• Recycling glass, plastic bottles, aluminium, paper and cardboard;
• Working towards using only chemicals which are both phosphate and chlorine free;
• Storing chemicals in a safe locked environment;
• Using primarily local suppliers for food and beverage.

Events:

• Paper recycle bins in every Conference Room and the Office Block;
• Storing and disposing of all hazardous materials in accordance with current legislation;
• Base components including wood, plastics and metals are separated prior to disposal through a dedicated contractor;
• Water based products are used wherever possible.

“I am very pleased that we have achieved a silver award on our first attempt. Recycling, energy saving and being ‘environmentally friendly’ is becoming ever more important to businesses and customers and I feel this award demonstrates the level of dedication and professionalism shown by AECC in all aspects of the business,” said AECC Director of Sales & Marketing, Brian Horsburgh. “The green measures put in place will benefit the Center, our clients and the general public and the award we have received recognizes that.”

About AECC:

The new world-class Aberdeen Exhibition and Conference Centre (AECC) officially opened in April 2003. The Centre now boasts brand new $30 million facilities, including plenary capacity for 2000 delegates in our refurbished Boyd Orr hall. AECC also boasts two new suites that can seat up to 700 and has extended the capacity of its existing auditorium from 300 to 440 delegates. Twenty new break-out rooms provide additional, flexible meeting space. Alongside state-of-the-art facilities, the Centre also employs experienced event professionals, including AECC’s in-house Events, Exhibition Organizing, AV/IT and PCO teams who offer a comprehensive range of services to ensure that your event at AECC is excellent in every way. For more information on AECC go to www.aecc.co.uk. Or contact Open the Door at info@openthedoor.biz or call 1-617-536-0590.