iPRES 2026 will leave a lasting impact on Copenhagen. It will bring attention, a broader local reach and a strengthened community to overcome digital preservation challenges together in an ever-changing world. Yet, we must acknowledge that a conference also leaves a less positive footprint on the host destination, including carbon emissions (transport) and substantial material usage. Copenhagen is a city and a destination with a strong focus on sustainability and green transition. Consequently, we have a responsibility to address these climate challenges. Therefore the iPRES 2026 Local Organising Committee is dedicated to maximising the lasting positive effects and lowering the climate footprint as much as possible.
Ensuring climate-friendly food and reducing food waste have a significant impact on an event’s climate footprint. We aim to lower the climate footprint by minimising food waste and choosing local, seasonal and primarily vegetarian food at the main venue, receptions and social dinners.
The main venue for IPRES 2026, CPH Conference, is Green Key certified and relies 100 % on renewable wind power.
CPH Conference has strong ethical food principles that support the local organising committee’s vision to lower the climate footprint.
By embracing a plant-based and green food profile, health naturally takes centre stage both in terms of the environment and well-being. As part of the sustainability agenda, CPH Conference has worked to make the menus even healthier for both the body and the environment. CPH Conference has received the Danish organic ‘spisemærke‘ in bronze. The bronze label means that we offer 30–60% organic food and beverages.
Other initiatives at CPH Conference to support the sustainability agenda:
The hotels recommended by the IPRES Local Organising Committee are all Green Key Certified and part of the SBTi initiative (Science Based Targets Initiative), which is a non-profit corporate climate action organization that enables companies and financial institutions worldwide to play their part in combating the climate crisis.
The recommended hotels are within walking distance of the main venue and reception venues.
All venues on IPRES 2026 are within walking distance or can be reached via public transport.
The local organisers encourage all delegates to walk, bike or use public transport. If trips by taxi are necessary, we encourage the use of electric taxis. Companies like Taxa 4×35 and Dantaxi offer electric vehicle fleets.
10 concrete ways you can act sustainably while here and help keep Copenhagen on the green track. Developed in collaboration by The City of Copenhagen and Wonderful Copenhagen.
1. Explore by bike
With more than 375 km of bike lanes to explore, the world’s first bike city is best experienced on two wheels.
2. Use public transport
Blend in with the locals by enjoying unlimited travel by bus, train and metro with the convenience of a joint ticket.
3. Refill, again and again
Danish tap water is of world-class quality so swing by a tap or a public drinking fountain for a free refill. Again and again.
4. Stop plastic
Bags, straws and single-use plastics. Please reduce, reuse and consider alternatives for a plastic-free future right now.
5. Return and earn
Return your deposit marked empty cans and bottles at a local store and get your deposit back. Pant pays.
6. Bin it, don’t sling it
Let’s keep our streets clean by using the public bins, sorting our waste when possible for a good recycling process.
7. Shop sustainably
Shopping feels good but shopping long lasting and eco-friendly quality goods produced with love feels even better.
8. Splash, don’t trash
Make sure to be a good mermaid when taking a dip in the harbour for continuously clean waters to splash in.
9. Eat locally
Eat seasonally and sustainably by asking for food grown and produced locally. Delicate and delicious, that’s Denmark.
10. Discover beyond
Get off the beaten track and discover the Copenhagen liveability in the city’s local neighbourhoods for an unforgettable stay.