Join us online on Wednesday, 14 May at 1 pm BST for a session with Raymond Kent, senior design leader | principal, DLR Group.
Kent will discuss the need for the AV industry to be more sustainable. He will explore greener ways of thinking about AV within visitor attractions, such as Smart AV and a 360 degree lifecycle approach. Attendees will be invited to consider how they can act in their own organisations to reduce the impact of AV, for example by looking at procurement practices, and design and infrastructure planning.
As well as being a pollution issue, e-waste also presents an opportunity for repair and reuse models, and even “urban mining” of rare earth metals. Do other sectors do better at reuse? How can we work together to reduce our impact? Join the discussion and be part of the solution at greenloop 2025.
Raymond Kent
Raymond Kent, ASTC, Assoc AIA, is an award-winning, globally renowned technology consultant working in the architecture and engineering space. He regularly works with world-class clients across multiple sectors and advises them on an extensive range of issues such as AI, IoT, sustainability, augmented and virtual reality, and many others.
Kent is a member of SAVe, a group of AV industry leaders committed to advancing the UN’s 2030 Sustainable Development Goals, providing information, inspiration and leadership to enable the sector to take meaningful action. SAVe is a 501(c)3 non-profit organisation.
SAVeLet’s be honest: the AV industry has been part of the problem. But it’s equally true that we can help drive the solution. SAVe exists to harness our ingenuity, imagination and commitment to ensure a sustainable future for us all.
e-waste is a growing issue
Electronic waste, or e-waste, is a rapidly growing global issue. The World Health Organization (WHO) highlights that in 2022, an estimated 62 million tonnes were generated worldwide, with only around 20% being properly recycled. This waste stream contains both valuable resources and harmful materials.
Improper recycling practices leads to exposure to toxic substances such as lead, mercury, and cadmium, causing severe neurodevelopmental issues in children, and adverse birth outcomes. Despite international efforts, the illegal shipment of e-waste to less developed countries continues.
Join us at greenloop 2025
blooloop’s annual online conference on sustainability in visitor attractions, greenloop, is taking place this year on 13 and 14 May. Now in its 5th year, the event seeks to inform and inspire with top speakers, cutting-edge science, and actionable insights.
In today’s rapidly changing environmental and political landscape, staying informed and taking action has never been more important. Attendees will discover what the science tells us, what industry leaders are doing, and how they can make a real difference.
Tickets for greenloop 2025 start from just £10 per person, to make the event accessible to all those looking to take positive steps towards making our sector more sustainable.
