Certified Meeting Professional (CMP) Practice Exam

When should sustainability compliance be assessed during the event process?

1. During the execution phase

2. At the closure phase

3. Scheduled during the planning process

4. After the event has concluded

The correct answer is: Scheduled during the planning process

Sustainability compliance should be assessed during the planning process because this is when the framework for the event is established. By integrating sustainability considerations from the very beginning, you can identify opportunities for eco-friendly practices, set measurable goals, and engage stakeholders effectively. This proactive approach allows event planners to make informed choices about venues, catering, materials, and waste management, ensuring that sustainability is woven into every aspect of the event. Assessing sustainability during the execution phase may not allow enough time to implement necessary changes based on assessments. Likewise, evaluating sustainability at the closure phase would be too late to apply improvements, as many aspects are already set in motion. Assessing it after the event has concluded allows for the evaluation of metrics but misses the chance to implement changes based on those findings effectively. Thus, planning is the critical phase for integrating sustainability into the event successfully.