Green Sports Alliance releases energy decarbonization playbook

The Green Sports Alliance (GSA) released the “Energy Decarbonization Playbook for Sports and Entertainment Venues.” This comprehensive guide is set to transform energy consumption and decarbonization strategies in venues, setting a new standard for environmental stewardship in the sports and entertainment industry.

“In an era where the impact of climate change is felt across the globe, it is incumbent upon us, as leaders in the sports industry, to spearhead transformative initiatives that inspire change and contribute to a more sustainable planet,” said Roger McClendon, executive director of GSA.

The playbook lays out the fundamentals of making smart energy decisions for the future, creating a synergy that enhances the overall experience for athletes, fans and the communities the venues serve.

Building on the foundation of the “Building for the Next Generation Playbook,” released in 2023, the Energy Decarbonization Playbook delves deeper into sustainable practices related to energy, such as GHG tracking, reduction, electrification, renewable energy and resilience.

This resource was crafted in collaboration with industry leaders including 3R, APTIM, Blue Strike Environmental, CES Power, Honeywell, Keramida, McKinstry, Okapi, Populous, RWDI, Tata Consultancy Services, Viridis Initiative, Agendi, Cherry Street Energy and D’Niche Inc. It was vetted by the CRS, International Living Future Institute, New Buildings Institute, TechFlow and the U.S. Green Building Council.

The Green Sports Alliance was conceived and founded by Paul G. Allen’s Vulcan and the Natural Resources Defense Council in 2010. Inaugural members and partners of the Alliance include the Seattle Seahawks, Portland Trail Blazers, Seattle Sounders FC, Seattle Mariners, Seattle Storm, Vancouver Canucks, the Bonneville Environmental Foundation, Green Building Services and Milepost Consulting.