‘Green Exhibitions’ with India International Jewellery Shows (IIJS)

World Environment Day: GJEPC advocates ‘Green Exhibitions’ with India International Jewellery Shows (IIJS)

 Reinforces commitment to sustainability

 Eco-friendly materials, reusable exhibition stalls, 100% renewable energy usage

 ‘One Earth, An IIJS Initiative’ Tree Plantation Drive: Over 1 lakh trees planted

National, 4 th June 2025: On World Environment Day, The Gem & Jewellery Export

Promotion Council (GJEPC), India’s apex trade body sponsored by the Union Ministry of

Commerce & Industry, reinforces Commitment to Sustainability with Green Practices at its flagship  India International Jewellery Show (IIJS) exhibitions --- one of the world’s top 2 B2B Trade shows in the gem & jewellery sector.

With the theme of this year’s Environment Day focusing on “Land Restoration, Desertification and

Drought Resilience,” GJEPC proudly highlights how its events actively contribute to the betterment

of the planet by reducing their carbon footprint and promoting a greener tomorrow.

Commenting on the initiatives, Mr. Kirit Bhansali, Chairman, GJEPC, said, “Sustainability is no longer

a choice—it’s a responsibility. At GJEPC, we are committed to integrating sustainability into the DNA

of all our exhibitions. Our goal is to inspire the industry to adopt greener practices and do our part

for the planet. We partner with eco-conscious vendors. We promote long-term green practices

among stakeholders. We continually measure and offset our carbon footprint for the betterment of

the planet by reducing their carbon footprint and promoting a greener tomorrow.”

GJEPC’s IIJS, India’s premier jewellery exhibition platform, has been at the forefront of integrating

green practices into all aspects of event planning and execution. From modular and reusable stalls to

green energy and digital solutions, GJEPC is setting benchmarks in sustainable event management.

Key sustainability measures implemented at IIJS exhibitions include:

 Modular & Reusable Exhibition Stalls: Built using eco-friendly materials, these reduce

construction waste and carbon emissions.

 100% Renewable Energy Usage: The entire event is powered by green energy sources,

significantly reducing dependence on fossil fuels.

 ‘One Earth, An IIJS Initiative’ Tree Plantation Drive: Over 1 lakh trees have been planted,

with one tree planted for every visitor who registers for IIJS.

 Eco-Friendly Branding: Fabric banners and non-toxic inks replace traditional PVC flexes,

minimizing environmental harm.

 Digital Badges: Use of digital badges and face recognition systems replaces plastic-based

badges, increasing both sustainability and security.

 Reusable Show Bags and Cutlery: Promoting a zero-waste approach in promotional material

and cafeteria services.

 Biodegradable Water Bottles: Significantly curbing plastic waste during the event.

 Eco-Conscious Transport: Transitioning to electric buses and encouraging metro travel to

reduce carbon emissions from commuting.

 Sustainable Special Structures: Built with environmentally friendly, reusable materials.

 Stakeholder Education: Awareness and education efforts on sustainable practices form a

core part of the exhibition experience.

Walking the Talk on Sustainability: GJEPC celebrates World Environment Day with Action, Not Just

Awareness. GJEPC reaffirms its steadfast commitment to sustainability through a wide range of

eco-conscious initiatives.

As GJEPC continues to innovate and lead by example, it encourages stakeholders across the gem and

jewellery industry to embrace sustainable practices and become active participants in protecting the

environment.

About The Gem & Jewellery Export Promotion Council’s (GJEPC) flagship show IIJS Premiere:

41st edition of IIJS Premiere 2025, which will be held alongside the IGJME Premiere 2025 (Machinery

and Allied Show). This milestone edition will take place across two prominent venues in Mumbai:

 Jio World Convention Centre (JWCC), BKC: 30th July to 3rd August 2025

 Bombay Exhibition Centre (BEC), Goregaon: 31st July to 4th August 2025

IIJS Premiere is the world’s second-largest B2B gem and jewellery exhibition, and a proud symbol of

India's manufacturing and design excellence. Spread over 135,000+ sq. mtrs., the 2025 edition will feature over 2,100 exhibitors across 3,600+ stalls, attracting 50,000+ trade visitors from 1,300+

Indian cities and 80+ countries.