Americans spend $56 billion attending sporting events each year — but at what cost to the climate? From stadiums packed with energetic fans to food, beer, and waste, athletics can have a big carbon footprint. But sports franchises are learning that culture can have a bigger impact than carbon, with many embracing sustainability in venue design, waste, water, energy and food operations. Could the core values of athletics — integrity, teamwork, and commitment — be the same values we need to tackle the climate challenge?
Guests:
Dusty Baker - Special Advisor, San Francisco Giants
Roger McClendon – Executive Director, Green Sports Alliance
Jim Thompson – Positive Coaching Alliance
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