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Our Commitment to Sustainability at the 57th ICMA AGM & Conference
ICMA is committed to embedding environmentally responsible practices into every aspect of our events calendar, and the 57th ICMA AGM & Conference is no exception.
Location Selection: Why Frankfurt?
As in previous years, we’ve chosen a location that helps us reduce the overall environmental impact of the conference. Frankfurt is one of Europe’s most accessible cities, offering a range of low-carbon travel options for attendees across the region.
While we recognise that some delegates may arrive by air, we encourage the use of rail and other lower-impact transportation wherever feasible. For those flying, we recommend considering carbon offset options through trusted providers, such as:
🌱 Getting to Kap Europa from Frankfurt Airport – The sustainable way
Upon arrival in Frankfurt, we recommend using the city’s efficient public transport network, including regional trains, S-Bahn, and U-Bahn services.
Kap Europa Address: Osloer Straße 5, 60327 Frankfurt am Main, Germany
(Located near Messe Frankfurt and Festhalle/Messe U-Bahn station)
🚆 Option 1: S-Bahn + Short Walk (Most Direct)
- From Frankfurt Airport (Flughafen Frankfurt am Main)
- Follow signs for Regionalbahnhof (Regional Train Station), located in Terminal 1, Level -1. - Take the S-Bahn
- Board S-Bahn line S8 or S9 toward Frankfurt Hauptbahnhof (Main Train Station).
- Trains run every 10–15 minutes.
- Travel time: 12 minutes.
- Tickets: Purchase a “Einzelfahrt Frankfurt” (Single Ticket) from the ticket machines (€5.20). - From Frankfurt Hauptbahnhof
- Switch to the U-Bahn (Underground):
- Take U4 (direction Bockenheimer Warte) or U5 (direction Preungesheim) for 1 stop to Festhalle/Messe. - Walk to Kap Europa
- Exit the station and walk 5 minutes.
- The venue is signposted and located behind the Messe (Exhibition Grounds).
🚋 Option 2: Tram from Hauptbahnhof
- Follow the same route to Frankfurt Hauptbahnhof via S8/S9.
- Instead of taking the U-Bahn:
- Go to the tram platforms outside the station.
- Take Tram Line 16 or 17 toward Ginnheim or Rebstockbad.
- Get off at Ludwig-Erhard-Anlage (1–2 stops).
- Kap Europa is a 5-minute walk from there.
🟢 Sustainability Notes
Frankfurt’s public transport runs on 100% green electricity provided by RMV, contributing to reduced emissions.
Avoid taxis or ride-hailing unless necessary, as trains and trams are quicker, cheaper, and lower carbon.
Sustainable Event Venues
Kap Europa – Conference & Welcome Reception
Kap Europa, our primary venue, was the first convention center in Germany to receive Platinum Certification from the German Sustainable Building Council (DGNB). It is a benchmark for green architecture and sustainable operations. To learn more, please visit Kap Europa’s website.
Gesellschaftshaus im Palmengarten – Gala Reception
Our gala venue is nestled in the 22-hectare PalmenGarten botanical garden, home to over 13,000 plant species. The Gesellschaftshaus is not only a beautiful heritage space, but also a leader in sustainable hospitality:
- The kitchen emphasises plant-based, regional, and organic cuisine.
- Their culinary philosophy follows a strict “no waste” principle.
- They source eco-electricity and manage all resources with environmental care.
- Weekly food donations are made to Die Tafel Frankfurt, a local food bank.
Reducing Event Waste
To minimise our environmental footprint, ICMA will not be printing programmes or distributing delegate bags. Instead, all event information will be accessible via the ICMA Conference App and through digital signage throughout the venue.
This year’s ICMA AGM and Conference delegate badges are made from recycled paper and tomato seeds. Participants are encouraged to take them home and plant them after the event.
Join Us in Making a Difference
We invite all delegates to support these efforts by making conscious travel decisions, embracing digital resources, and engaging with our venues’ sustainability values.
