Travel Sustainably and Save with Our Grants
As we all face climate change and its’ negative affect on our planet, ESPID is calling everyone to take action and join the efforts for a positive impact and more sustainable future.
The carbon emissions from travel by flying comprise the highest part of the event Carbon footprint and the goal of our Sustainability strategy is to do the utmost to reduce it by prompting other more eco-friendly options.
We invite you to say No to flights when travelling to Bologna and say Yes to a more sustainable transportation – buses or trains, this way you will maximize your positive contribution.
Your Carbon footprint will be significantly lower, and could reach up to 86% fewer greenhouse emissions, particularly in relation to travel.
This will significantly reduce the air pollution that has a direct impact on public health.
We are happy to advise that ESPID gives a high priority to sustainable travel and will support financially those who will choose to arrive to Bologna by sustainable transportation (by car, bus or train).
Sustainability Travel Grant rules:
Sustainability grants would be offered to ESPID participants who present proof of sustainable travel at the registration desk.
- Participants travelling from outside Italy (up 20 applicants will be evaluated by ESPID Committee for Sustainability during the congress and reimbursed onsite):
- Reimbursement of sustainable alternative transport up to a maximum of 200 EUR (e.g., rail-based travel or low‑impact shared transport solutions)
- A 10% reduction on the registration fee
- Participants travelling from within Italy (up 20 applicants will be evaluated by ESPID Committee for Sustainability during the congress and reimbursed onsite):
- Reimbursement of sustainable alternative transport up to a maximum of 100 EUR
And There's More..
Share on Social Media for More Opportunities
We are offering full registration fee and travel to Bologna reimbursement to 1 lucky attendee that shares their travel experience!
Rules:
- Participants must post a picture/video of their travel using the hashtag #GreenESPID
- In the post description, share the following:
🌍 What inspired you to choose a more sustainable way to travel to ESPID 2026 in Bologna?
🚄 How did you travel and what made the journey meaningful or unique?
🌱 What advice would you give others considering a more sustainable trip to a conference?
- No temporary post; meaning stories or temporary reels.
- Travel options: car, bus or train”
