COURSE CROISIÈRE EDHEC
Brest, France
Justine JANKOVIC
50 staff members
+ 2 000 participants
Labeling Date : 03/12/24
Founded in 1987, the Villages of the EDHEC Sailing Cup (Day and Night) are the central hubs of the entire event.
With its 25,000m2 built specifically for the event, the Day Village is a vibrant space that attracts nearly 12,000 visitors throughout the week.
On-site, a variety of activities are offered throughout the day, including a concession stand, a medical station with masseurs, a partner village showcasing their activities, and more.
The event is divided into several competitions: the sailing race and the CCE challenges (beach rugby, beach soccer, triathlon, and foil).
FPFP Labeling
40.00/100
The awarding of the FPFP label was carried out before the update of the FPFP framework in 2023.
Key strengths
RESPECT FOR THE ENVIRONMENT
- Environmental protection associations have gained visibility at the event, particularly through conferences and a dedicated booth;
- An eco-adventurer is scheduled to speak on stage during the week;
- A fundraising campaign and solidarity raffle have been launched for the ocean protection fund (Pure Océan);
- An Ocean Mural was created by the members of the organization.
WASTE MANAGEMENT
- The goal is to achieve zero waste in the coming years;
- Significant efforts are being made to reduce single-use plastics;
- Water bottles and pocket ashtrays are distributed in the "welcome packs";
- Quadruple-sort bins are placed at the entrance of the site, with a team constantly on-site to raise awareness and ensure proper sorting;
- Dual-sort bins are available throughout the rest of the site;
- A pre-collection system is in place;
- Cigarette butts are collected with MéGo;
- There is a plan to recycle frying oils starting this year;
- Waste collection between the Day Village and Night Village is done every evening after each event;
- Eco-cups are used;
- Recyclable straws are provided;
- Water taps are installed on-site thanks to Eau du Ponant;
- Each volunteer carries a trash bag with them.
RESPONSIBLE AND LOCAL FOOD
- Local suppliers for bread and fruits & vegetables;
- Food quantities are carefully calculated down to the last unit to minimize waste;
- Cold food items are taken out in small amounts to avoid excess;
- A lot of junk food is offered, which helps prevent waste;
- Any surplus food is donated to the "Restos du Cœur" after the event.
SUSTAINABLE TRANSPORT
- Promotion of carpooling before the event;
- A shuttle service circulates between accommodations and the event site;
- Except for Canadian students, no participants traveled by plane;
- Even Irish participants travel by boat;
- Currently, association members no longer travel abroad and only use trains for domestic travel within France.
The Fair Play For Planet team congratulates the Course Croisière EDHEC for their commitment to a more sustainable and responsible sport.
