{"id":11626,"date":"2026-03-27T13:36:03","date_gmt":"2026-03-27T13:36:03","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/syta.org\/conference2026\/?page_id=11626"},"modified":"2026-06-23T16:07:46","modified_gmt":"2026-06-23T16:07:46","slug":"sustainability","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/syta.org\/conference2026\/sustainability\/","title":{"rendered":"Sustainability"},"content":{"rendered":"[et_pb_section fb_built=&#8221;1&#8243; fullwidth=&#8221;on&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.16&#8243; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_fullwidth_image src=&#8221;https:\/\/syta.org\/conference2026\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/12\/2026\/03\/SYTA-Header-SUSTAINABILITY.jpg&#8221; title_text=&#8221;SYTA-Header-SUSTAINABILITY&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.6&#8243; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][\/et_pb_fullwidth_image][\/et_pb_section][et_pb_section fb_built=&#8221;1&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.16&#8243; custom_padding=&#8221;|0px||||&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_row _builder_version=&#8221;4.24.3&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_column type=&#8221;4_4&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.24.3&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_text disabled_on=&#8221;off|off|off&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.6&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;]<h1 style=\"text-align: center;\"><strong><span>Sustainability in Action at the SYTA 2026<\/span><br \/><\/strong><\/h1>[\/et_pb_text][et_pb_text disabled_on=&#8221;off|off|off&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.6&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;]<h3 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span>Our Pittsburgh host destination and venue reflect SYTA\u2019s commitment to responsible travel\u2014where innovation, community, and sustainability come together.<\/span><\/h3>[\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][et_pb_row _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.6&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_column type=&#8221;4_4&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.6&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_text disabled_on=&#8221;off|off|off&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.6&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;]<h2><strong>Pittsburgh: A City of Transformation<\/strong><\/h2>[\/et_pb_text][et_pb_text disabled_on=&#8221;off|off|off&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.6&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;]<div><span><\/span><span>From its industrial roots to a modern sustainability leader, Pittsburgh is known for green innovation, walkable neighborhoods, and a strong commitment to community impact\u2014making it an ideal host for responsible travel experiences. To learn more about our host city&#8217;s sustainable practices, visit: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.visitpittsburgh.com\/blog\/pittsburgh-sustainable-travel-destination\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">www.visitpittsburgh.com\/blog\/pittsburgh-sustainable-travel-destination<\/a><\/span><\/div>[\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][et_pb_row column_structure=&#8221;1_3,1_3,1_3&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.6&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_column type=&#8221;1_3&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.6&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_image src=&#8221;https:\/\/syta.org\/conference2026\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/12\/2026\/03\/SYTA-AC-26-Pitts-4.jpg&#8221; title_text=&#8221;SYTA-AC-26-Pitts-4&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.6&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][\/et_pb_image][\/et_pb_column][et_pb_column type=&#8221;1_3&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.6&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_image src=&#8221;https:\/\/syta.org\/conference2026\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/12\/2026\/03\/SYTA-AC-26-Pitts-1.jpg&#8221; title_text=&#8221;SYTA-AC-26-Pitts-1&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.6&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][\/et_pb_image][\/et_pb_column][et_pb_column type=&#8221;1_3&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.6&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_image src=&#8221;https:\/\/syta.org\/conference2026\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/12\/2026\/03\/SYTA-AC-26-Pitts-2.jpg&#8221; title_text=&#8221;SYTA-AC-26-Pitts-2&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.6&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][\/et_pb_image][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][et_pb_row _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.6&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_column type=&#8221;4_4&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.6&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_text disabled_on=&#8221;off|off|off&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.6&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;]<h2><strong>\ud83c\udfe2 A LEED\u00ae Gold Certified Experience<\/strong><\/h2>[\/et_pb_text][et_pb_text disabled_on=&#8221;off|off|off&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.6&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;]<div><span><\/span><span>Our host venue &#8211; the David L. Lawrence Convention Center &#8211; integrates sustainability into every detail\u2014from energy efficiency to waste reduction\u2014ensuring your conference experience supports meaningful environmental impact.<\/span><\/div>[\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][et_pb_row column_structure=&#8221;1_5,3_5,1_5&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.6&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_column type=&#8221;1_5&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.6&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][\/et_pb_column][et_pb_column type=&#8221;3_5&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.6&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_image src=&#8221;https:\/\/syta.org\/conference2026\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/12\/2025\/11\/SYTA-AC2026-CC.jpg&#8221; title_text=&#8221;SYTA-AC2026-CC&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.6&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][\/et_pb_image][\/et_pb_column][et_pb_column type=&#8221;1_5&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.6&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][et_pb_row _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.6&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_column type=&#8221;4_4&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.6&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_text disabled_on=&#8221;off|off|off&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.6&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;]<h2><strong>\ud83c\udf3f Fresh, Local &amp; Purpose-Driven<\/strong><\/h2>[\/et_pb_text][et_pb_text disabled_on=&#8221;off|off|off&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.6&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; custom_margin=&#8221;-26px|||||&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;]<p><span><\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>\u00a0Rooftop garden supplies fresh, seasonal ingredients\u00a0<\/li>\n<li>\u00a0Partnerships with local universities and growers\u00a0<\/li>\n<li>\u00a080% of vendors located within 15 miles\u00a0<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<div><em>Supporting local communities while reducing environmental footprint.<\/em><\/div>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>[\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][et_pb_row column_structure=&#8221;1_3,1_3,1_3&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.6&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_column type=&#8221;1_3&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.6&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_image src=&#8221;https:\/\/syta.org\/conference2026\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/12\/2026\/03\/SYTA-AC-26-Pitts-16.jpg&#8221; title_text=&#8221;SYTA-AC-26-Pitts-16&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.6&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][\/et_pb_image][\/et_pb_column][et_pb_column type=&#8221;1_3&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.6&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_image src=&#8221;https:\/\/syta.org\/conference2026\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/12\/2026\/03\/SYTA-AC-26-Pitts-3.jpg&#8221; title_text=&#8221;SYTA-AC-26-Pitts-3&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.6&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][\/et_pb_image][\/et_pb_column][et_pb_column type=&#8221;1_3&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.6&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_image src=&#8221;https:\/\/syta.org\/conference2026\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/12\/2026\/03\/SYTA-AC-26-Pitts-6.jpg&#8221; title_text=&#8221;SYTA-AC-26-Pitts-6&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.6&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][\/et_pb_image][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][et_pb_row _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.6&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_column type=&#8221;4_4&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.6&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_text disabled_on=&#8221;off|off|off&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.6&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; custom_padding=&#8221;||14px|||&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;]<h2><strong>\u267b\ufe0f Waste Less. Do More.<\/strong><\/h2>[\/et_pb_text][et_pb_text disabled_on=&#8221;off|off|off&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.6&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; custom_margin=&#8221;-28px|||||&#8221; custom_padding=&#8221;0px|||||&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;]<ul>\n<li>\u00a027+ tons of waste diverted from landfills annually<\/li>\n<li>\u00a0Compostable serviceware used across operations<\/li>\n<li>\u00a0Onsite food waste digester reduces impact in real time<\/li>\n<\/ul>[\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][et_pb_row _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.6&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_column type=&#8221;4_4&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.6&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_text disabled_on=&#8221;off|off|off&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.6&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;]<h2><strong>\ud83d\udd04 Closing the Loop<\/strong><\/h2>[\/et_pb_text][et_pb_text disabled_on=&#8221;off|off|off&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.6&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; custom_margin=&#8221;-28px|||||&#8221; custom_padding=&#8221;20px|||||&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;]<ul>\n<li>\u00a0Food waste composted and returned to nourish gardens\u00a0<\/li>\n<li>\u00a0Cooking oil converted into biodiesel fuel\u00a0<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<div><em>A true circular approach to resources.<\/em><\/div>[\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][et_pb_row _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.6&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_column type=&#8221;4_4&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.6&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_text disabled_on=&#8221;off|off|off&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.6&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;]<h2><strong>\ud83d\udca7 Rethinking Materials<\/strong><\/h2>[\/et_pb_text][et_pb_text disabled_on=&#8221;off|off|off&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.6&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; custom_margin=&#8221;-28px|||||&#8221; custom_padding=&#8221;2px|||||&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;]<ul><\/ul>\n<div>Switching to aluminum bottled water has eliminated over\u00a0<strong>260,000 plastic bottles<\/strong>, supporting a more sustainable lifecycle.\u00a0<\/div>[\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][et_pb_row _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.6&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_column type=&#8221;4_4&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.6&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_text disabled_on=&#8221;off|off|off&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.6&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;]<h2><strong>\ud83e\udd1d Giving Back Locally<\/strong><\/h2>[\/et_pb_text][et_pb_text disabled_on=&#8221;off|off|off&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.6&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; custom_margin=&#8221;-28px|||||&#8221; custom_padding=&#8221;2px|||||&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;]<ul><\/ul>\n<div><span>More than\u00a0<\/span><strong>8,000 pounds of food donated annually<\/strong><span>\u00a0to local organizations\u2014reducing waste while supporting those in need. You can support local Pittsburgh companies by visiting the <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/maps.tourismcares.org\/pittsburgh#1774616898502\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Tourism Cares Meaningful Travel Map<\/a><\/strong><\/span><\/div>[\/et_pb_text][et_pb_button button_url=&#8221;https:\/\/maps.tourismcares.org\/pittsburgh#1774583910326&#8243; url_new_window=&#8221;on&#8221; button_text=&#8221;Tourism Cares Meaningful Travel Map&#8221; button_alignment=&#8221;center&#8221; admin_label=&#8221;Booking Instructions&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.6&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; custom_css_main_element=&#8221;display: flex; justify-content: center;&#8221; custom_css_free_form=&#8221;.et_contact_bottom_container {||    float: none;||    text-align: center;||    display: block !important;||}&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][\/et_pb_button][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][et_pb_row _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.6&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_column type=&#8221;4_4&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.6&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_text disabled_on=&#8221;off|off|off&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.6&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;]<h2><strong>\u2728 The SYTA Impact<\/strong><\/h2>[\/et_pb_text][et_pb_text disabled_on=&#8221;off|off|off&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.6&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; custom_margin=&#8221;-28px|||||&#8221; custom_padding=&#8221;2px|||||&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;]<ul><\/ul>\n<div><p>When you attend SYTA\u2019s Annual Conference, you\u2019re not just participating in a premier industry event\u2014you\u2019re contributing to a more sustainable future for student and youth travel.<\/p>\n<div><\/div>\n<div>From your plate today to a plant tomorrow, every detail has been thoughtfully designed to support responsible travel, strengthen local communities, and inspire meaningful connections.<\/div>\n<p><span><strong><\/strong><\/span><\/div>[\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][et_pb_row _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.6&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221; custom_padding=&#8221;||0px|||&#8221;][et_pb_column type=&#8221;4_4&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.6&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_text disabled_on=&#8221;off|off|off&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.6&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; custom_padding=&#8221;1px|||||&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;]<h2><strong><b>\u2713 A Simple Sustainability Checklist for Event Attendees<\/b><\/strong><\/h2>[\/et_pb_text][et_pb_text disabled_on=&#8221;off|off|off&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.6&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; custom_margin=&#8221;-28px||12px|||&#8221; custom_padding=&#8221;2px|||||&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;]<ul><\/ul>\n<div>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Attending industry events is one of the best parts of what we do, learning, connecting, and (let\u2019s be honest) collecting a little too much swag along the way. 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