Eco-Friendly Wedding Planning Guide

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• Planning and Coordination

  Key aspects to consider for organizing a green wedding

  • Hire an eco-conscious wedding planner

    Choose one experienced in sustainable event planning.

  • Eco-friendly wedding checklist

    Create or find a checklist specifically for green weddings.

  • Budget allocation for eco-options

    Allocate budget specifically for sustainable choices.

• Venue

  Selecting a location that aligns with sustainability goals

  • Outdoor natural location

    Choose a venue that offers natural beauty, reducing need for decor.

  • Local venue

    Select a venue close to most guests to minimize travel emissions.

  • Eco-certified venues

    Prioritize venues with sustainability certifications.

• Invitations and Stationery

  Eco-friendly options for invitations and related stationery

  • Digital invitations

    Opt for electronic invites to minimize paper use.

  • Recycled paper

    Use recycled paper for physical invitations.

  • Soy-based inks

    Choose printers that use soy or other natural inks.

• Catering

  Sustainable practices and choices in food and drinks

  • Locally sourced food

    Choose caterers who use local, seasonal ingredients.

  • Vegan and vegetarian options

    Offer meals that have lower environmental impact.

  • Reusable dinnerware

    Avoid disposables by renting dinnerware, glasses, and linens.

• Attire

  Sustainable clothing choices for the bridal party

  • Sustainable wedding dress

    Choose a dress from sustainable fashion brands.

  • Vintage or second-hand

    Consider a vintage or pre-loved dress or suit.

  • Eco-friendly fabrics

    Opt for natural fabrics like organic cotton or bamboo.

• Decorations

  Decor items that are beautiful and environmentally friendly

  • Biodegradable confetti

    Choose confetti that is biodegradable or use flower petals.

  • Natural flower decorations

    Use local and seasonal flowers to decorate the venue.

  • Reusable decor items

    Opt for decor that can be reused or recycled.

• Transportation

  Eco-friendly options for guest and party transportation

  • Carpool coordination

    Arrange carpools for guests traveling to the venue.

  • Rent eco-friendly vehicles

    Choose hybrid or electric cars for transport.

  • Encourage public transit

    Provide information on public transportation options.

• Gifts and Favors

  Thoughtful and sustainable gifting options

  • Charitable donations

    Ask for donations to a favorite eco-charity in lieu of gifts.

  • Eco-friendly wedding favors

    Provide guests with sustainable gifts like seeded paper or local goods.

  • Gift registry with eco-products

    Create a registry featuring environmentally friendly products.

• Waste Management

  Strategies to reduce, reuse, and recycle waste generated at the wedding

  • Composting organic waste

    Arrange for organic waste composting post-event.

  • Recycling stations

    Set up clear recycling stations at the venue.

  • Food donation plans

    Plan to donate unused food to local shelters or food banks.