MIAMI – June, 2024.- The Hard Rock Stadium announces receipt of certification Energy and Environmental Design (LEED) Gold v4.1 O+M, for the global sustainability of both the Hard Rock Stadium like the building Paddock Club of the Miami International Raceway. South Florida Motorsports (SFM) also received the prestigious accreditation FIA Three-Star Environmentalbeing the highest qualification that can be obtained for demonstrating the best practices in environmental management.
LEED Gold certification is a green building certification program run by US Green Building Council (USGBC) which rates buildings for their operational performance. This certification provides a framework for building owners and operators to be environmentally responsible and use resources efficiently. Hard Rock Stadium It is now one of six NFL stadiums to have received Gold certification or higher for facility maintenance. It is the only Formula 1 venue in the United States that has received accreditation FIA Three-Star Environmental.
«We are proud to have LEED Gold certification for both the Hard Rock Stadium as for the Formula 1 Paddock Club building. Transforming a 37-year-old stadium into an energy-efficient building is an incredible feat thanks to the collaborative efforts of many departments and individuals who have set out to ensure that we remain environmentally responsible stewards. atmosphere of this community asset,” said President and CEO of Hard Rock Stadium and Managing Partner of the Miami Grand Prix – Crypto.com Formula 1, Tom Garfinkel. «Under the vision and leadership of Stephen Ross, the Hard Rock Stadium has become not only one of the world’s leading sports and entertainment venues, but also one that prioritizes sustainability and community impact. “We are proud of this recognition and will continue these efforts to lead the way in sustainability as we bring world-class events to Miami Gardens for years to come.”
These certifications, supported by guidance from 3R Sustainability – a certified B corporation and women-led consulting firm, comes after years of efforts dedicated to sustainability across the organization. By the end of 2019, the organization committed to phasing out 99.4 percent of single-use plastics in food and beverage operations, eliminating a total of 2.8 million units of plastic annually. . He Hard Rock Stadium It was the second venue in the United States to do without plastic cups and the first in professional sports. Member of Green Sports Alliance, the Hard Rock Stadium It also diverts waste from the landfill through innovative biodigesters which compost through liquids and also recovers cooking oil to convert it into biofuel, creating renewable energy.
As part of its sustainability strategy to reduce carbon, SFM has introduced a series of environmental initiatives across its Formula 1 operations, including eliminating single-use plastic, reducing waste, auditing energy consumption and monitoring progress for continuous improvement throughout the Miami International Speedway. In the three years of celebrating the Miami – Crypto.com Formula 1 Grand Prix, SFM has taken measures to reduce carbon emissions associated with fan travel, offering various means of transportation, such as walking or shared trips.
The FIA Environmental Accreditation Program aims to help the motorsport and mobility industry around the world measure and improve their environmental performance and recognize their sustainable efforts, including commitment to the local area. Hard Rock Stadium and SFM have worked hand-in-hand with nearby residents, schools and restaurants to support and offer on-site venues during each year’s race weekend.
Following recent distinctions in sustainability, the Hard Rock Stadium will host the CONMEBOL Copa América 2024 final on July 14 and, in the fall, will host all American football matches in Miami Dolphins and Miami Hurricanes.
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