Green Sports Day

Green Sports Day's influential reach has the power to drive significant environmental change.

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A worldwide celebration of the positive impact sports can have for people and the planet

Activations

Ready to be a part of the 2024 celebration?

Inspire Action

Issue a call-to-action or challenge to teams, leagues, fans, communities, etc. to step up their involvement

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Demonstrate Leadership

Showcase best-in-class or first-to-market innovations or commitments that you've made this year to improve the sustainability of your organization.

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Impact Community

Engagement and enrichment of the local community through sustainability in sport projects.

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Timeline

2016

President Barack Obama declared the inaugural GreenSports Day to celebrate Green Sports Alliances’ efforts and recommit to building a cleaner, safer, and healthier planet for all.

2020

Global green sports community unites around leading the way towards a more sustainable, just, and resilient future for the sports industry. #GreenSportsDay stories come to life on social media.

2022

116 sports teams, venues, organizations, and companies light green to celebrate and share#GreenSportsDay on social media. 25 athletes empowered to use their voice for climate action.

2023

168 official participants activated across 3 areas: digital media campaign, community events, and making a commitment to climate action. Green Sports Day was activated in 14 countries.

Impact Reports

Green Sports Day Impact Reports

How Green Sports Day has made a positive impact each year.

Oct 6, 2024

official participants

digital reach

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Oct 6, 2023

168 official participants

22M digital reach

14 countries represented

11 events on the ground

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In the news

Shining a light on sustainability

Featured articles about how the Green Sports Alliance Foundation is shaping a greener future in sports and entertainment

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Oct 10, 2023

Q2 Stadium Becomes World's First Soccer-Specific Stadium To Earn TRUE Pre-Certification

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Oct 6, 2023

#GreenSportsDay - Delaware North

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Oct 6, 2023

Home of the Las Vegas Raiders, Allegiant Stadium, Becomes First NFL Stadium Powered by 100% Renewable Energy

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Oct 5, 2023

Bold Reuse, Portland Trail Blazers, and Levy Launch Rip City Reuse, the First Large-scale Reusable Cup Program Within U.S. Professional Sports

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Oct 5, 2023

Allianz Field Gets Even Greener In 2023

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Sep 28, 2023

Green Sports Day 2023: How can sport raise awareness of climate change?

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"Enhancing the sustainability of professional sports is a worthy goal, and we wish the Green Sports Alliance great success."

Roger Goodell

"EPA commends the founding members of the Green Sports Alliance for recognizing the importance of protecting the environment and stepping up their green game."

Lisa P. Jackson