Thank you for your interest in sustainability efforts at the 32nd APS Annual Convention. Please use the list below for ideas on how to conserve resources and be sustainable while attending the Convention.

Transportation

• Stay in or walk to the Convention hotel.
• Use low carbon transportation like bicycles, public transportation, or carpool with other attendees when exploring Chicago.
• Neutralize your flight to and from Chicago via a carbon-offset project.

Energy Conservation

• Opt in to the linen and towel reuse program at your hotel.
• Turn off the water when you’re brushing your teeth.
• Make a conscious choice to take shorter showers.
• Turn off all lights and electronics when you leave your hotel room.
• Choose sustainable, local, or organic food whenever possible when dining out.

Waste Reduction

• Use the APS 2020 Mobile App rather than picking up a printed program.
• Use a reusable water bottle and coffee mug, rather than disposable bottles and cups.
• Eat responsibly from buffets, only taking food items and portions that will be eaten.
• Dispose of waste responsibly by recycling and/or composting as available.

Education

• Spread the word about your Convention sustainability efforts on social media, tagging #aps20chi.
• Have a discussion with colleagues on how the industry can help reduce inequality and work towards sustainability.

Health and Wellness

• Utilize Chicago’s beautiful lakefront trails to run, walk or bike.
• Opt for vegetarian meals.
• Walk more than 10,000 steps each day.