Sports Facilities

1. Maximize greening and enrich the soil to clean the air and water.
2. Use native species of plants that do not require additional watering and support small animals that control pests, reducing the need for chemicals.
3. Be aware that sports facilities that are an expanse of concrete and asphalt absorb and retain heat-contributing to the ‘heat island’ effect.
4. Minimize the use of hormone-disrupting chemicals
5. Minimize emissions of CO2, which contribute to global warming.
6. Maximize use of natural heat and lighting to reduce energy consumption.
7. Introduce rainwater collection and recycling technology to reduce water consumption.
8. Introduce energy reclaiming technologies and sustainable energy.
9. Renovate existing structures whenever possible to save on the use of materials.

Sporting Events

1. Car-pool or use public transport to events to minimize emissions.
2. Minimize waste, separate garbage or take your garbage home.
3. Introduce cup reuse/ refill systems to reduce garbage.
4. Schedule events for daytime if possible to save energy through maximizing use of natural light.
5. Promote environmental awareness among spectators and athletes with information and public announcements.
6. Encourage athletes to act as role models for sports enthusiasts.

Sporting Goods

Producers:
1. Conserve energy in the production of sporting goods.
2. Use natural materials and avoid harmful chemicals in all aspects of production.
3. Use recyclable materials whenever technology allows.
4. Minimize packaging
5. Conduct efficiency studies of distribution systems to reduce transport emissions (and costs).

Consumers:
1. Choose a quality product with a long life expectancy.
2. Reuse equipment wherever possible.
3. Share sports equipment across national boundaries.
4. Choose the high-performance product that is also environmentally friendly.