Energy Efficiency

YES! has chosen the CTICC as a venue. The venue have implemented cutting-edge technology to ensure energy efficiency, including LED lights, advanced HVAC systems, and a comprehensive building management system to oversee these measures. Toilets have motion sensor lights while escalators are activated when required with motion sensors.

Waste Management & Recycling

During the show we will be providing bin facilities which allow each attendee to separate their waste. Where separation bins aren’t possible, waste is collected, sorted and weighed on-site, before being taken for recycling or responsible disposal. Organic waste is sent to a local farm to be repurposed.

Sustainable Features and Signage

All our features are created using modular systems and multi-use custom pieces. The printed fabrics are donated to a charity or to OSC Circular who manufacture products from them. 99% of materials used for our features and signage will be reused or recycled with virtually zero waste to landfill.

Local Suppliers

EnergyNet has chosen to work with local suppliers wherever possible to reduce freight and vehicle movement.

Water Conservation

The venue have incorporated water-efficient taps to minimise water usage. Greywater and rainwater are harvested from inside and outside the building to be used for irrigation purposes. Water usage is controlled by aerators installed in all taps in the kitchens and meeting suites as well as electronic sensor and timer taps which further reduce water wastage.

The venues’ reverse osmosis plant ensure the CTICC can be water-independent and produce up to 200,000 litres per day of potable water, reducing the pressure on Cape Towns water supply. Where possible, water for the event will be provided by this system, using underground seawater that has been purified and filtered to specifications set out by SANS/ SABS 241 2015 standard for drinking water.

Sustainable Food & Beverage

The catering team strive to source food grown and manufactured in South Africa, focusing on the freshest local, organic, and seasonal produce wherever possible.

EnergyNet have worked together with the catering team to choose a menu featuring less red meat options. This reduction has been shown in studies to reduce carbon emissions by up to 90% in comparison to poultry or vegetarian cuisine.

Carbon Footprint Analysis

EnergyNet are conducting a comprehensive carbon footprint analysis of aef and YES! 2025. We are collecting important data and information across the show

which will help us measure and reduce our carbon footprint in the future.

Donation

EnergyNet will be working with the venue to sort and donate left over products and materials after the event to local community partner programmes. We will set up a donation point at the end of the show for exhibitors to also donate left over merchandise.