Consider hosting your ceremony and reception in one location. By doing so, you will:

• Rreduce the amount of emissions produced by your guests' vehicles.
• Reduce your overall facility rental cost.

If it is not feasible to host both the ceremony and reception in one location, consider arranging for a shuttle service to transport your guests from one location to the other.

By considering a daytime wedding, you can drastically cut down on the amount of electricity that is used. Daytime weddings are becoming increasingly popular; particularly outdoor afternoon weddings.

Consider a sophisticated morning champagne breakfast or chic afternoon picnic wedding.

When selecting a location be sure to ask the venue personnel questions such as:

• Do they recycle bottles, paper and plastic after an event?
• If they cater events, what do they do with the left over food? Is it taken to a homeless shelter or other organization helping those in need?
• Do they use chemical pesticides on their lawns and gardens?
• Ask what initiatives they have taken to reduce their carbon footprint on the environment. Do they use energy efficient light bulbs? Do they use environmentally friendly Energy Supply companies? Do they use recycled paper products? Are the facilities cleaned with chemical cleaners or eco-friendly biodegradable products?

Hosting your wedding in a State/Provincial park or natural reserve is a great environmentally friendly choice; not to mention makes an amazing backdrop for your wedding.

Research facilities that promote environmental preservation: Places such as bird or wildlife sanctuaries will often have interpretive centers that could be rented for special events. Usually rental proceeds will go towards further preservation and public education.