St. Louis CITY SC to celebrate environmental sustainability practices and new initiatives -- such as AI sorting technology and the utilization of renewable energy credits -- at upcoming “Sustainability Match” on April 19
In recognition of St. Louis CITY SC’s ongoing commitment to environmental sustainability, the U.S. Green Building Council has awarded Energizer Park LEED Gold certification for Operations and Maintenance, a first for a St. Louis sporting venue and among the few MLS soccer-specific stadiums with the distinction. A globally recognized standard for a building’s commitment to environmentally sustainable practices, LEED Gold certification can be given to newly constructed or existing buildings. Energizer Park was recognized for its robust commitment to zero waste, efficient energy and water management systems, access to public transit and bike/pedestrian facilities, and indoor air quality.
The club is looking to celebrate the new designation and its many sustainability efforts leading up to Earth Day on Saturday, April 19 when the club plays the Vancouver Whitecaps.
“After launching our Goal: ZERO campaign to reach zero waste for our MLS matches last year, we challenged ourselves to embrace new ways to advance our sustainability practices and inspire our fan base and city,” said Diego Gigliani, St. Louis CITY SC President and GM. “We are proud our efforts are being recognized with LEED Gold certification. Sustainability is about more than doing what is good for our environment – it’s about doing what is resourceful, efficient, and innovative for the future of our community.”
At the club’s sustainability match, CITY SC also will combine its tech-forward fan experience with its commitment to sustainability with the introduction of Intuitive AI’s Oscar Sort stations at Energizer Park, which uses AI technology to gamify sorting to help increase efficiency and help motivate and educate fans on sustainable practices. Energizer Park will have eight Oscar Sort stations provided by soft drink partner PepsiCo. In addition, all Energizer Park MLS matches through 2025 will be powered by renewable energy through Green-e Certified Renewable Energy Credits.
In April 2024, CITY SC launched Goal: ZERO, an initiative aimed to reach zero waste status by diverting more than 90% of all waste produced at its MLS matches away from the landfill. CITY SC diverted an average of 90.3% of waste away from the landfill in 2024, including composting over 42 tons, and have reached zero waste status for all its home 2025 MLS matches.
As part of the Our CITY commitment to sustainability, CITY SC has implemented the following sustainable practices:
- Zero waste stadium operations on all MLS match days and expanded to all operations in 2025
- No single-use plastic bottles, cups and single-use bags at Energizer Park
- Beverages are served in aluminum bottles, cans, and cups thanks to innovative partnerships with Pepsico and Anheuser-Busch
- 100% compostable food containers, flatware, and paper products served by its 25 local restaurant and concession partners
- Fans can purchase the CITY YETI 25 oz. Refillable Rambler to bring in and out of Energizer Park for free soft drink and water refills. YETI is an official sustainability partner of STL CITY SC.
- On-site recycling and compost sorting and collection center
- Anheuser-Busch Green Team ambassadors help fans sort into one of Energizer Park’s 211 custom multi-stream waste receptacles at every home match
- High-efficiency HVAC and lighting control systems
- Waste water treatment facility to manage underground spring
- Local access to MetroLink, MetroBus, rideshare, and Brickline Greenway with 173 bike parking stations and 25 electric vehicle charging stations
- Perishable food leftover from matches is donated to Operation Food Search and distributed to area food banks
- Restroom papers towels are 100% compostable
CITY SC’s sustainability match will also feature the adidas One Planet Pre-Match Top, on sale at CITY Pavilion and the CITY app. Made from recycled plastic, the One Planet Jersey, made with recycled materials and inspired by the longevity of nature.
St. Louis CITY SC’s Sustainability Match in celebration of and Earth Day sponsored by Moneta
- Saturday, April 19, 2025; 7:30 p.m. CST kickoff
- Giveaway: Reusable silicone bag, sponsored by Moneta, for the first 7,000 fans who enter Energizer Park
- Free pre-match CITY Block Party on Lou Fusz Plaza beginning at 4:00 p.m., featuring live entertainment by DJ Mitch Marku as well as games and activities for all ages
