Green Initiatives
RBC Place London is committed to sustainability. Our recycling and waste management programs, along with our pledge to the Sustainable Tourism 2030 initiative, demonstrate our dedication to reducing our environmental footprint.
Waste & Recycling Programs
RBC Place London is committed to protecting our environment and is continuously looking to improve our waste management and energy programs. Currently efforts are directed to reducing waste and energy use and recycling and reusing as many items as possible while continuing to offer a safe environment for guests and staff. Purchasing policies include a “Green” emphasis for all our suppliers.
RBC Place London partners with Waste Management to keep track of our green efforts and together we are reaching some amazing milestones!
- 2023 Recycling Summary
In 2023, 50% of our total waste was recycled (up from 46.86% in 2022). That's over 24.8 metric tonnes of recyclables and food waste diverted from landfills.
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Did you know we divert food and leftover meals to local community groups to reduce food waste?
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Sustainable Tourism 2030 Pledge
In 2023, RBCPL signed the Sustainable Tourism 2030 Pledge to demonstrate our commitment to improving the sustainability performance of our business between now and 2030.
The UN World Tourism Organization defines sustainable tourism as “tourism that takes full account of its current and future economic, social and environmental impacts, addressing the needs of visitors, the industry, the environment and host communities.”
- Measuring and improving our sustainability performance
- Measure our carbon footprint and find opportunities to reduce our emissions year-over-year
- Support local entrepreneurs and the community by developing an improved sustainable purchasing policy
- Engage our guests in a sustainable experience
- Be a responsible and inclusive destination for our associates and guests
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Producing more sustainable events
At RBC Place London, we’re committed to helping you host events that not only meet your goals but also minimize environmental impact. From eco-friendly building features to sustainable planning practices, our team is here to guide you in creating greener, more responsible events.
- Coordination of meeting room setup and HVAC systems
Departments coordinate the set up of meeting rooms to reduce energy requirements. RBC Place London HVAC system is programmed to provide cooled air 1.5 hours prior to the guest arrival for the larger ballroom and 1 hour prior to guest arrival for smaller rooms.
Temperature throughout RBC Place London is controlled and monitored to reduce energy use. The event services and technical teams set up the meeting rooms together to ensure minimum use of hydro. Offices are equipped with light sensors and lighting throughout is reduced during off peak times.
- Electric Vehicle (EV) Charging Ports
RBC Place London is one of several locations around the City of London granted new EV charging ports in 2021. The two charging ports are located on the first level of the underground parking lot and service four spots. This initiative is part of a public-private partnership with electric vehicle charging company, Charger Crew Canada.
- Water Bottle Refill Station
Help us reduce plastic and water waste by bringing your water bottle from home and refilling it at our water bottle refill station on the second floor. So far we've helped eliminated waste from over 5000 plastic bottles!
