IPL 2025: RCB to Champion Sustainability with Green Jerseys Against RR
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Synopsis
In IPL 2025, RCB will promote sustainability by wearing green jerseys during their match against Rajasthan Royals, aiming to raise awareness about environmental conservation and their journey to becoming a carbon positive organization.
Key Takeaways
- RCB promotes sustainability through green jerseys.
- Initiative aims for carbon positivity.
- Green jerseys made from recycled fabric.
- Engagement of fans in environmental initiatives.
- Comprehensive carbon audits to track impact.
Bengaluru, April 12 (NationPress) In the Pink City, Royal Challengers Bengaluru will be embracing a vibrant green during their Indian Premier League (IPL) 2025 clash against Rajasthan Royals, continuing their commitment to becoming a carbon positive organization.
Royal Challengers Bengaluru will don their signature green jerseys once more as they face off against Rajasthan Royals at the Sawai Mansingh Stadium in Jaipur on Sunday. These green jerseys, crafted from recycled fabric, underscore the franchise’s extensive sustainability efforts, aiming to raise awareness about conservation and the critical need to protect the environment.
As a carbon neutral T20 franchise, RCB is activating this initiative at their home stadium to engage fans throughout the season, further involving them in their environmental mission with aspirations of becoming carbon positive, the franchise announced in a release on Saturday.
Rajesh Menon, COO of Royal Challengers Bengaluru, commented on the initiative: “For us, it is about being bold, both on and off the pitch. Our green jerseys represent more than just a symbol; they serve as a call to action. As proud representatives of the Garden City, sustainability is a natural priority for us. Through this initiative, we seek to harness the cultural and social influence of RCB to enhance awareness and inspire fans to take small steps toward conservation.”
RCB’s sustainability efforts are not only thorough but also data-driven. Regular carbon audits enable the franchise to meticulously track its ecological impact across all operations, as stated in the release.
The franchise conducts comprehensive surveys to analyze their carbon footprint, not only from diesel generator emissions within the stadium but also from fan travel to and from the stadium, assessing the impact of spectator journeys on overall emissions.
RCB’s dedication to sustainability also extends to team operations. The travel footprint of players, support staff, and cheer squad is meticulously evaluated throughout the season, including a complete audit of accommodations booked for the team during both home and away matches, with an analysis of carbon emissions per room night.
In addition, emissions from waste generated at the stadium are calculated based on waste type, ensuring that every aspect of their environmental impact is accounted for and addressed.
RCB implements various measures to offset their carbon footprint, including waste management and segregation at the stadium, utilizing renewable energy sources like solar-powered lighting and wind energy, along with other initiatives aimed at reducing reliance on conventional resources, as claimed by the franchise.
From a community standpoint, RCB’s broader outreach includes the development of green schools and lake rejuvenation projects across Bengaluru last year. They also encourage fans to pledge to conserve energy, making them active participants in the sustainability movement.
