# Sustainable Conference Companies 15Hatfields is a Social Enterprise That Offers Spaces Big & Small By Tiana Reid | Published 2013-01-17 | Social Good Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/15hatfields References: [facebook](https://www.facebook.com/15Hatfields) & [15hatfields](http://www.15hatfields.com/) 15Hatfields won the London 2012 Food Vision award for being the United Kingdom's "most [sustainable conference and event venue](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/allelectric-stadium)." It's not just an organizer but a physical space that can fit small meetings and receptions but also bigger conferences. Their rooms are named after environment concepts such as "Renew," "Sustain" and "Air." These ideas reflect practically in the events. For instance, through recycling policies, the use of [compostable fabrics](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/talking-tables-table-kind), earth friendlier cutlery, and the catering company that they use, Eden, which offers ethical and local options. Furthermore, 15Hatfields -- a social enterprise -- donates profits to Chartered Institute of Environmental Health, which is a London-based not-for-profit organization that was founded in 1883. **Contact Information** 15Hatfields [website](http://www.15hatfields.com/) 15Hatfields on [Facebook](https://www.facebook.com/15Hatfields) 15Hatfields on [Twitter](https://twitter.com/15Hatfields) 15Hatfields on [Flickr](http://www.flickr.com/photos/15hatfields/) ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 4.8/10 - Popularity: 72% | Activity: 64% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: Europe ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Social Good](https://www.trendhunter.com/socialgood) > [Social Business](https://www.trendhunter.com/socialbusiness) ## Key Themes ### What Makes This Trend Stand Out - **Sustainable Event Venues:** Opportunity to create conference and event spaces with a strong focus on sustainability and eco-friendly practices, such as using compostable materials and partnering with ethical caterers. - **Social Enterprise Events:** Disruption potential in organizing events that not only generate profits but also donate to charitable organizations, combining business success with social impact. - **Ethical Catering Services:** Innovation opportunity in offering catering services that prioritize local and ethical food options, fulfilling the growing demand for sustainable event dining experiences. ### Sectors Adopting This - **Event Planning and Management:** The event planning industry can adapt by integrating sustainability practices and partnering with social enterprises to offer eco-friendly and socially responsible event experiences. - **Hospitality and Venue Management:** The hospitality industry can explore sustainability initiatives by transforming venues into eco-conscious spaces that prioritize recycling, use compostable materials, and support ethical catering services. - **Food and Beverage Services:** The food and beverage industry can tap into the demand for sustainable catering services by offering local and ethical food options for events, aligning with the values of eco-conscious consumers. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Environment-First Tourism Festivals](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/paradise-city-festival.md) - [Luxe Sustainable Hotels](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hari-hong-kong.md) - [Sustainable Public Festivals](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cloud-9-festival.md) - [Eco-Friendly Pub Guides](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/green-pub-guide.md) - [Community-Made Eco Campuses](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/wolves-lane-centre.md) - [Unique Urban Event Hires](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/private-hire.md) - [Adaptive Workspace Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/salt-hq.md) - [Sustainable Heritage Evoked Hotels](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-pilgrm-hotel.md) - [Pop-Up Event Companies](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/steel-space-concepts.md)