SUSTAINABILITY AT THE WORLD ORPHAN DRUG CONGRESS USA

VENUE SELECTION
World Orphan Drug Congress USA 2025 will be held at the Boston Convention & Exhibition Center, a certified LEED ( Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design ) Silver facility recognized for its high-performance green building design and operation, ensuring environmentally conscience events.

Find out more about the Boston Convention & Exhibition Center's green building practices here.

ACCESSIBILITY
The World Orphan Drug Congress USA  provides  ADA accessible seating at our sessions. The BCEC  designed for full accessibility, featuring ground-floor events with convenient elevator access to upper levels. It provides curbside drop-offs and sidewalk curb cut-outs for individuals with mobility challenges, as well as wheelchair-accessible restrooms, and drinking fountains throughout the building. A limited number of wheelchairs are available free-of-charge for guest convenience.

TRAVEL OPTIONS

We encourage attendees to choose eco-friendly travel options when commuting to the Boston Convention & Exhibition Center (BCEC). Our official hotel room block is attached to the BCEC, with other hotels within walking distance, and public transit. Ridesharing and biking are also great alternatives to reduce your carbon footprint. 

ACCOMMODATION CHOICES
The World Orphan Drug Congress USA's official room block is at the Westin Boston Seaport District, an eco-certified local hotel committed to minimizing environmental impact, ensuring a greener stay for attendees.

RESPONSIBLE CONTRACTORS
We collaborate with contractors like Freeman, renowned for sustainability and accessibility, holding ISO 20121 and ISO 14001 certifications. Freeman is also a founding member of the Net Zero Carbon Events initiative, reinforcing its commitment to minimizing event carbon footprints. At the World Orphan Drug Congress USA, we are committed to using sustainable materials for our onsite signage and show-ready stands.

PAPERLESS INITIATIVE
The World Orphan Drug Congress USA has adopted a fully paperless approach, significantly reducing paper and plastic waste while exploring innovative communication methods. All event information including the conference program can be found on the event app.