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That I am a sports enthusiast is no news for those who know me but I'll admit to have been caught off guard with this one. Don't get me wrong, it's great news!! The power of representation to the sustainability agenda is huge! And the Super Bowl certainly has the global presence to push for a much needed change. From the millionaires flying in to watch the match in their private jets, the gigantic amount of waste generated, significant carbon footprint in advertising, are all examples that make the "unsustainability" of it all very impressive. It will be insanely challenging to go green with an event such as the Super Bowl, with over 115 million viewers in the US in 2023. Nevertheless, we should celebrate small victories, right? And for the first time ever, over 621k solar panels in the Nevada desert were used to power 100% of the stadium in Las Vegas, with its roof also made from a recyclable plastic material that provides climate adaptability, insulation, self-cleaning and durability. Furthermore, they tackled the waste issue, so instead of ending up in landfills, around 12k pounds of food waste will be collected and donated to local live-stock farms and used to feed the animals. Amazing, isn't it? #Sustainability #ESG #SocialResponsibility #EnvironmentalResponsibility #RenewableEnergy

I bet when you think “Super Bowl”, ESG or sustainability are not the first things that come to mind! The most watched sporting event with over 110MM viewers, the Super Boel comes with not-so-surprising unsustainable statistics: -private jets in excess of 1,000 flying to Las Vegas (and cue in Taylor Seift jokes from the comments section) -estimated spend of 200MM spend on F&B by fans -11MM kw/hrs energy consumed by watching the Super Bowl -35k tonnes of CO2 generated from events like NFL and NBA from waste to energy -2,000 tonnes of food waste -energy consumer by watchingSuper Bowl, Halftime show… And so on But what was surprising (at least to me) is to read on initiatives taken by SuperBowl to be the greenest yet: -more than 600K solar panels, powering the stadium -roof made from a recyclable plastic material -12,000 LBs of food waste to be collected and donated to local live-stock farms -NFL green initiative implemented last year from tree planning to reforestation -initiatives towards cleaner air -waste management and zero waste initiatives -certified carbon credits to offset emissions caused by flying to the event All steps should be celebrated towards better future, and it opens up so many opportunities for open-source cross industry collaborations. While for brands who monitor social media, the engagement, commercial comments are of the top interest, those who dig deeper might find conversations about ESG being very small and dismissive, and therefore deprioritize them….but for those who want to be ahead of the pack, events like this might open up interesting opportunities if they truly bake in sustainability agendas in their executions #ESG #sustainability #Superbowl #SF49ers https://lnkd.in/gr9An4eV

From reducing environmental impact and cutting energy costs to enhancing corporate social responsibility, the benefits are both immediate and long-lasting. Converting to solar power is not just a business decision; it’s a commitment to a sustainable future where big box retailers thrive while contributing to a healthier planet. https://lnkd.in/eXXwQVWG

Another crucial milestone in the journey towards #sustainability

With a 60-year legacy in the industry, Kimpton - Creating the Sustainable Building Environments of Tomorrow reflects on the transformative changes witnessed in 2023 and predicts an even more accelerated shift towards #decarbonization in 2024. Unveiling insightful predictions for the coming year that not only highlight emerging trends but also contribute to the race towards achieving #NetZero #emissions. https://lnkd.in/egD2jWmT

This is so refreshing to hear. "Even companies without Walmart’s huge global footprint can study what the retailer’s done for ideas. Start with “the math of what’s the most important thing for [you] to tackle” and where you can “get the biggest gains” for the “energy” you put into it." Could not agree more with this and for most of the industries, timely maintenance for their motor driven machinery (that consumes on an average >50% of their total energy consumption in the manufacturing), can be the most imp thing to tackle as they can get both reliability and energy efficiency together. Our behaviour towards timely maintenance of electric motor driven machinery can rival the numbers from renewable energy sectors like Hydropower, Tidal power etc. Interested to know more? Pls talk to us and we will show you numbers. #conditionmonitoring #efficiency #reliability

#Sustainability is often the main goal of an #energy project, but it can be hard to quantify. In our recent blog article, Jacob Feutz, vice president of renewable fuels, outlines the common drivers of sustainability goals.

How can an Energy Management System help to reduce the amount of electricity wasted in shops and warehouses? #EnergyManagement #Sustainability #RetailSustainability

Unveiling the business case for carbon target reduction. This enlightening piece by #CarbonDesktop showcases how carbon reduction boosts both the environment and your bottom line. Discover more here: https://hubs.la/Q02j6s7R0 #Sustainability #EnergyEfficiency #CarbonReduction

On World Sustainability Day, we’re celebrating the ways to lead an eco-friendly lifestyle 🍃 Of course, that includes making the switch to an electric vehicle, but there are many other ways to play a part in our planet’s future and combat climate change (and potentially save money in the process!) including: 💚 Switch to renewable energy tariffs 💚 Use greener forms of travel, like EVs and public transport 💚 Reduce food waste by planning meals ahead of time or using leftovers 💚 Change to a plant-based diet, or reduce the amount of meat you eat 💚 Avoid plastics, especially single-use types like bags, straws and bottles 💚 Choose A-rated energy efficient appliances which use less energy Want to know more? Check out our top tips for an eco-friendly lifestyle: https://bit.ly/3YDz6mf #WorldSustainabilityDay #EV #ecofriendly #sustainability #electriccars