CONGRESS

PARIS
17-20 SEPT 2025

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Initiatives for sustainability at the EADV Congress

The European Academy of Dermatology and Venereology (EADV) Annual Congress is a cornerstone event for the dermatology community.

EADV is committed to embedding sustainability across its educational programs and congress activities, aligning with the highest global standards and best practices. This approach reflects the Academy’s dedication to responsible, forward-looking event management and its ongoing commitment to environmental and social sustainability.

Building a Sustainable Legacy

See how 7 smart actions are making this EADV Congress more sustainable.

1.
Sustainable Venue

A certified green venue that cuts waste, saves energy, and nurtures biodiversity.
Paris Expo Porte de Versailles is ISO 20121 certified and a pioneer in eco-responsible event management, working with responsible partners.

2.
Smart Travel & Stay:

Free public transport passes and eco-friendly hotels with verified green standards.
We promote train and public transport over short flights and partner with hotels holding eco-labels.

3.
Conscious Catering

Seasonal, local menus, less waste, and surplus meal donations.
Catering features regional produce, reduced packaging, and donations to Paris charities.

4.
Zero Waste Mindset

Clear recycling, no single-use plastics, and food waste recovery.
Dedicated recycling stations, plastic-free initiatives, and composting of organic waste are in place.

5.
Energy & Water Care

Efficient energy use and mindful water management with the venue.
The venue relies on renewable energy, LED systems, and optimized water-saving facilities.

6.
Digital First

Platforms and tools are adopted to minimize printing.
The EADV app centralizes program, abstracts, and maps with easy digital access.

7.
Community Impact:

Engaging locals, fostering inclusion, and sharing sustainability know-how.
We collaborate with Paris-based organizations, support social initiatives, and spread sustainability awareness.

EADV Vision Moving Forward

EADV is committed to advancing dermatology while addressing climate change and sustainability. Our Congresses are evolving to integrate environmental awareness into both content and practice.

Congress content and focus on climate

Sessions on climate change and skin health

Panels with dermatologists, environmental scientists, and public health experts

Cutting-edge research and practical strategies for environmentally conscious dermatology

Raising Awareness
Engage | Participate | Act

Pre-Congress webinars and e-learning modules

Interactive surveys, quizzes, and sustainability pledges via the Congress virtual platform

Tools to implement sustainable practices in clinics and research

Eco-Friendly Initiatives
Reduce | Reuse | Offset

Green-certified venues and low-impact logistics

Digital-first approach: mobile apps, e-posters, online abstracts, digital badges

Sustainable catering and waste reduction

Carbon footprint measurement and offsetting programs

Innovation & Legacy Inspire | Share | Lead

Share best practices and lessons learned for future Congresses

Collaborate with other medical associations on sustainability initiatives

Empower dermatologists to advocate for climate-conscious care and research

Pedal to Paris – Join the EADV Cycle to Congress Initiative!

The EADV Congress in Paris offers the perfect opportunity to combine professional growth with an active, social, and eco-friendly journey.

Are you located within a few hundred kilometers of Paris? Why not turn your journey into a memorable experience and cycle to the congress with your colleagues?

Not only will you stay active and reduce your carbon footprint, but you’ll also enjoy the beauty of nature, lower stress levels, and create lasting memories before immersing yourself in cutting-edge dermatology updates at the event.

This initiative, in collaboration with the EADV Climate Working Group, supports our shared commitment to promoting more sustainable travel options.

Join the initiative

Special arrival event

While not everyone has the option to cycle, we want to support and celebrate those who do. We have planned a special arrival event for all participants!  

Plan your ride now!

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Healthcare Professional definition

  1. Important note to Healthcare and Non-Healthcare Professionals

    Access to the different areas and sessions of the Congress depends on the Healthcare Professional status.

    As a multidisciplinary audience will attend the EADV Congress, the EADV will assign different classes to Healthcare Professionals (HCPs) and Non-Healthcare Professionals (non-HCPs) to ensure compliance with the French Les Entreprises du Medicament (Leem) Rules of Professional Conduct (Dispositions Deontologiques Professionnelles (DDP)).

    Specifically, HCPs are classified into the following groups: medical doctors, nursing and midwifery professionals, dentists, pharmacists, professionals involved in rehabilitation, and technical paramedical professionals.

    Please read the description below to ensure that you (or your delegates) comply with the regulations in place.

EADV members are not automatically considered Healthcare Professionals

Please select the correct status (HCP or non-HCP) during registration.

  1. Definition
    The DDP code defines HCPs as follows:
    “Healthcare Professional: An individual who is a member of a healthcare profession regulated by the French Public Health Code, regardless of whether he or she is a civil servant or public official, or any other person practising in France who, in the course of his/her professional activities, may prescribe, purchase, dispense, recommend or administer a Medicinal Product. This definition does not apply to Healthcare Professionals employed by Companies, wholesalers or distributors, excluding those whose primary occupation is that of a practising Healthcare Professional.”

    Medical students     are not considered Healthcare Professionals under the current guidelines and will be automatically classified as Non-Healthcare Professionals.
  1. Industry sessions
    Satellite Symposia and Industry Hub Sessions presenting data on the development, research, or other issues related to prescription medicine is restricted to Healthcare Professionals and Industry Participants as indicated by the Industry Session Organizer.
    All promotional materials and marketing aids related to these industry sessions should be strictly limited to HCPs.

    Industry Session organisers can limit participation to certain representative groups independently from the EADV recommendations if deemed imperative to achieving the session’s intended purpose. The organising company reserves the right to refuse single categories, particularly if they are not adequately related to the session’s objective and purpose.

    The industry session organiser is responsible for compliance with the session.