Sustainability is not a question of the future, it is a challenge of the present in which we all have a crucial role to play. The climate crisis is a reality that affects us in all areas of our lives. Therefore, at South Summit we are clear about it, our commitment is firm and our role is essential to transmit the values of a present that marks the way forward. Year after year, we create thousands of international connections, we bring together thousands of people in the same meeting point to enjoy, learn and grow together around an ecosystem that is evolving by leaps and bounds. All this with a common vision: a green economy that reduces environmental risks, responds to ecological shortcomings and respects 100% of the environment we live in. Innovation and entrepreneurship are on our side and proof of this are the startups that, through their groundbreaking projects, seek to provide answers to these needs. Let’s change the world!

South Summit Madrid: Leaving a Green Footprint

Beyond bringing the trends of the ecosystem closer to each of the actors that make it up, we have the task of inspiring both the next generation of new companies and existing ones to become part of the change; a response and a solution. Last year, we created a Sustainability and Social Impact Plan inspired by the SDGs of the 2030 Agenda. This enabled us to be awarded A Greener Festival (AGF) certification in the same year. Fully aligned with the needs of our planet, our sustainability plan for the 2022 edition has been based on the 3R rule in environmental care: reduce, reuse and recycle. By collaborating with sustainable retailers, we are reducing emissions to achieve a positive impact and net zero emissions. This year we were very proud to have the staff shirts designed by Ágatha Ruiz de la Prada and produced by Circoolar, in an environmentally friendly production system.

New Life For Previous Edition Materials

Each of the materials we use has a reuse purpose. It is to either continue accompanying us in subsequent editions or to provide a benefit to the Villaverde neighborhood where La Nave is located, being donated to schools, as is the case of some of the computer equipment purchased second-hand.

By using long-lasting materials, we manage to reinvent their use in order to reuse them later. For example, we have used counters from stands from the last edition or tires to create seats and planters in the outdoor areas. In addition, the corporeal that welcomes our attendees is built as a puzzle so that it can be completely dismantled and easily transported for later use.

The rental of furniture or decorative elements has also been key to sustainable production. The grass used in each of the corners of the venue, for example, comes from football pitches which, once their condition has been selected, are given a new life