그린 MICE 시설 지표 개발에 관한 연구

As need for green MICE study grows, this study aims to develop green MICE facility guideline in Korea. MICE facilities including Exhibition & Convention centers are known for the largest component of energy consumption and source of greenhouse gas discharge in MICE industry. In order to achieve this purpose, self administrative survey was conducted to 241 persons who are working in MICE industry to illustrate tentative factors to be an eco-friendly MICE facility. Then, an experts interview was employed to determine degree of importance for each factor from MICE professionals, who had more than five years of career experiences in MICE field. The final guideline was developed for the green MICE facility, consists of a total of thirty items in six sectors. This study is significant as it proposes a basic guideline for green MICE facilities. The results contribute to better understanding of green MICE facilities, providing researchers and practitioners with insight into how effectively to respond to the climate change. Further studies should be performed to complete and evaluate the proposed guideline of this study.