Gilbert Displays has announced the assembly of its new “Green Team” as part of the company’s ongoing efforts to expand its eco-conscious practices. The Green Team, spearheaded by creative staff members Mathew Ballen and Brittany Harold, is a cross-functional, self-directed group of dedicated employee volunteers who are passionate about finding creative new ways for Gilbert to actively work toward reducing its overall environmental impact.

The Bowman Design Group has become the only company in the United States to earn the “Sustainable Company” certification from FAMAB, the German exhibition and events industry association.

Efforts to promote environmental sustainability have been growing in prominence among the various factions within the tradeshow industry, but Freeman is setting a high standard for general contractors.

South Africa’s Cape Town International Convention Centre (CTICC) was selected as the winner of UFI’s 2013 Sustainable Development competition for “best reporting on sustainability.” La Rural, Predio Ferial Buenos Aires, Argentina, also was an award finalist.