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Events code of conduct

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Last updated 5 June 2025


Overview


RenewableUK events are designed to be positive and inclusive, celebrating diversity among attendees, exhibitors, and staff.  


Discriminatory behaviour is not tolerated. By attending, you agree to respect everyone, regardless of gender, race, religion, age, sexual orientation, disability, or other personal attributes. 


This event safeguarding code of conduct guides everyone who participates in or attends RenewableUK conferences, meetings, or other sponsored events, including members, non-members, employees, speakers, sponsors, vendors, and other guests. 


RenewableUK wants to ensure that all attendees understand what behaviour is expected and what behaviour will not be tolerated at a RenewableUK event. The facilities covered by this code of conduct include any venue, hotel, meeting room, or RenewableUK office location where a RenewableUK event takes place, as well as at off-site locations where event-related social gatherings take place.   

Event safeguarding code of conduct

  • Expected conduct

      • Be considerate and respectful to each other. 
      • Refrain from any unacceptable conduct. 
      • If you observe any conduct that violates this Event safeguarding code of conduct, alert a RenewableUK staff member. 
      • Adhere to the rules, policies, and procedures of the facilities hosting any event. 
      • Comply with all applicable laws and regulations in the country where the event is located. 

  • Unacceptable conduct

    RenewableUK prohibits harassment and discrimination based on legally protected characteristics, including ethnicity, religion, sex, age, pregnancy, gender identity/expression, sexual orientation, and disability.  

    Conduct prohibited under this Event Safeguarding Code of Conduct includes, but is not limited to, behaviours determined at RenewableUK's discretion. 

      • Sexist, racist, homophobic or other discriminatory jokes, slurs, insults or comments 
      • Alcohol or drug abuse or any of the behaviours associated with this  
      • Unwelcome sexual advances, whether verbal or physical 
      • Display of sexualised images 
      • Stalking, whether in person or online 
      • Threatening or intimidating language or physical conduct 
      • Inappropriate photography or recording 
      • Unsolicited physical contact  
      • Canvassing, leafleting, demonstrations, objectionable behaviour or wear offensive apparel or be involved in any activity which may disrupt  
      • Verbal or written harassment or intimidation of any kind 
      • Comments that indicate superiority related to gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, disability, physical appearance, body size, race, age or religion.   
      • Sustained disruption of talks   
      • Advocating for, or encouraging any of the above behaviours  

     

    Anyone engaging in such behaviour may be asked to leave the event and may be refused entry to future events, at the sole discretion of RenewableUK.   

  • How to report an issue

    In-person 

    If you are a victim or witness of abuse, notify any RenewableUK staff member or security immediately. Staff are located at the RenewableUK exhibition stand, organisers office and at the registration desks. Security staff (Stanbridge Security) are positioned at the exhibition entrances. 

    Call or WhatsApp 

    Contact:  

    • Health & Safety Consultant – Tim on +447831149138
    • or Head of Events – Vicky on +447704927192 

    By email (post event)  

    Alternatively, you can report an issue to us in confidence by email to events@RenewableUK.com.  
    Please note that due to the nature of email, response may not be immediate.  

    Please note any issues raised with us will be treated in confidence.  

    No retaliation

    RenewableUK will not tolerate reprisals or retaliation against individuals who, in good faith, raise concerns about violations of this Event Safeguarding Code of Conduct, or who participate in the investigation of such concerns. RenewableUK is committed to addressing all allegations of unacceptable conduct seriously and ensuring an event environment free from any such activities.