USGBC partnership to encourage green sporting venues
As more and more sporting venues earn LEED certification, the U.S. Green Building Council says it is collaborating with the Green Sports Alliance. The alliance is a nonprofit organization supporting the development of green building initiatives in professional and collegiate sports.
USGBC will support the alliance in its efforts to accelerate the green sports movement by exploring LEED certification of sports stadiums across the country. Currently, 25 professional sports venues are LEED-certified, including Nationals Park, American Airlines Arena, and Soldier Field to name a few. The partnership will also explore additional engagement opportunities such as USGBC’s Green Apple Day of Service, a day for people across the globe to participate in green school service projects.