The Carbon Footprint of EHPS Conferences
Author Information
Author(s): L. M. Warner, Ruvn Fleiner, Gudrun Sproesser, James A. Green, Lucia Rehackova, Jennifer Inauen, Vera Araújo-Soares, Claudia Teran-Escobar
Primary Institution: MSB Medical School Berlin
Hypothesis
Hybrid conferences result in significantly lower CO2eq travel emissions than on-site only conferences.
Conclusion
Hybrid conferences with online options significantly reduce CO2eq emissions compared to on-site only conferences.
Supporting Evidence
- Hybrid conferences significantly reduce travel-related emissions.
- Locations that minimize travel distances lead to lower emissions.
- Online participation can save up to 97.3% of emissions compared to on-site attendance.
Takeaway
This study shows that having online options for conferences can help reduce the amount of pollution caused by travel.
Methodology
The study estimated travel-related CO2eq emissions from EHPS conferences in 2019, 2022, and 2023, and projected emissions for 2024 and 2025.
Limitations
The study only covers travel and online participation emissions, excluding local transport and other factors like catering and accommodation.
Participant Demographics
Participants were from various European countries attending EHPS conferences.
Statistical Information
P-Value
p<0.001
Confidence Interval
[783.15, 1077.49]
Statistical Significance
p<0.001
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