At VIECON – Vienna Congress & Convention Center, sustainability is not a buzzword but an integral part of our corporate strategy. As a future‑focused venue in Vienna, we implement targeted measures to create meaningful Green Meetings and sustainable events.

Our vision: Sustainability as the standard

Guided by the vision of Susanne Zehntner, Head of Sustainability, VIECON aims to anchor sustainability across all business processes — ecological, social, and economic. We act as catalysts within the organization, connecting internal teams and turning sustainable ideas into action together with our clients.

Challenges & opportunities in sustainable event management

Every area of our company — from governance and HR policies to waste separation and energy efficiency — is shaped by sustainable thinking. The greatest challenge lies in balancing environmental responsibility, social engagement, and economic success. At the same time, this balance reveals great potential: through structured workflows and strong internal collaboration, we implement sustainable initiatives quickly and effectively.

Certified sustainability: The Austrian Ecolabel

We are proud to hold two certifications of the Austrian Ecolabel — for Tourism Businesses and for Green Meetings. These distinctions underline our commitment on every level and support us in developing and advancing targeted sustainability initiatives. They also allow our clients to host events certified as Green Meetings — a clear competitive advantage.

From honeybees to photovoltaic systems: Our initiatives

Our sustainability strategy ranges from small yet impactful projects to major investments:

These initiatives reflect our holistic approach, giving equal weight to ecological, social, and economic aspects.

Consulting for Green Meetings & sustainable events

We are among the few venues offering comprehensive consulting for sustainable event planning. Our clients benefit from many years of experience and receive concrete recommendations for implementing environmentally friendly events.

We share proven measures that have demonstrated strong results in practice—helping our partners save time and resources while improving their environmental performance.

Shaping a climate‑ready future together

As part of the City of Vienna, we actively support the goal of becoming climate‑neutral by 2040. For us, this means that sustainability is not a nice‑to‑have but a key factor for creating long‑term value for our clients, partners, and the environment.

Despite increasing digitalization, personal interaction at congresses, trade fairs, and events remains essential — making it even more important to organize these moments as sustainably as possible. At VIECON, we see ourselves in a leading and proactive role.