Green Events: Upcycling for more Sustainable Events

Sustainability is becoming increasingly important in the event industry. Upcycling, the creative reuse of materials, offers an effective way to make events more environmentally friendly. But how can this be utilized for modern event management?

Upcycling and Recycling

Upcycling is the process where new products of higher value are created from old or unused materials. Unlike recycling, where materials are often broken down into their basic components, upcycling retains the original structure, saving energy and resources. For the event industry, upcycling means the opportunity to find creative and sustainable solutions that are also cost-efficient.

Materials and Resources

Many materials, often available at events or easily sourced, are suitable for upcycling:

• Palettes: Perfect for furniture, stages, and decorations.
• Fabric scraps: Ideal for banners, curtains, and tablecloths.
• Old banners and posters: Can be turned into bags, cushions, or new decorations.
• Glass bottles: Can be used as vases or lighting elements.

Coemars ReLite Series

A great example of innovative upcycling solutions in the event industry is the ReLite series by Coemar Lighting Srl. In the lighting industry since 1933, Coemar now shows us how upcycling can be utilized in the lighting industry.

The ReLite series includes several retrofit solutions that enable existing lighting fixtures to be upgraded to energy-efficient LED technology without having to replace the entire hardware. These products are specifically designed to replace old discharge lamps in existing fixtures with modern LED modules.

• ReLite LED 700: This solution offers a quick and easy upgrade from traditional discharge lamps to energy-efficient LEDs. With a power consumption of 700 W, it replaces conventional 1200 W discharge lamps, allowing significant energy savings.
• ReLite LED 500: Designed specifically for smaller fixtures, this 500 W LED lamp replaces conventional 700 W discharge lamps. It offers excellent light quality and helps reduce energy consumption.
• ReLite LED 300: This solution is ideal for replacing 575 W discharge lamps and offers all the benefits of LED technology, such as lower power consumption, longer lifespan, and less maintenance.
• ReLite LED 150: Perfect for small lighting fixtures, this 150 W LED replaces traditional 250 W discharge lamps and offers an energy-efficient and sustainable alternative.
• ReLite LED Kit for Arri Studio 5: This special kit allows the conversion of Arri Studio 5 fixtures to LED technology. It provides a sustainable and cost-effective solution to bring existing lighting systems up to the latest technology without replacing the entire hardware.

In addition to the specific products of the ReLite series, Coemar offers a comprehensive range of retrofit solutions that maximize the efficiency and lifespan of existing lighting systems. These solutions aim to minimize environmental impact by reusing and upgrading existing equipment.

The benefits of Coemar’s retrofit solutions include:

• Significant reduction in energy consumption: By using LED technology, energy consumption can be drastically reduced compared to conventional light sources.
• Longer lifespan of the fixtures: LEDs have a much longer lifespan than conventional lamps, reducing maintenance and replacement costs.
• Improved light quality: The LED retrofit solutions offer excellent light quality that meets the demands of professional events.
• Sustainability: Upgrading existing systems reduces the need for new materials, helping to conserve natural resources.

At this year’s Prolight+ Sound, Coemar’s exhibited products were a real eye-catcher and definitely worth a visit to the stand!! Here you can download the Coemar ReLite HD brochure!