University of Connecticut Athletics
Saturday Is "Green Awareness Day" At Rentschler Field
9/25/2009 12:00:00 AM | Football
Sept. 25, 2009
STORRS, Conn. - The University of Connecticut football game vs. Rhode Island this Saturday will be "Green Awareness Day" at Rentschler Field. Fans will be reminded of several ways to be environmentally friendly when they visit a UConn football game.
Environmental responsibility is an important component of "Husky Honor" - UConn's new game day environment and sportsmanship program. Nearly 100 tons of waste is produced during a UConn football season -- most of which can be recycled or composted as opposed to thrown away in the trash.
"It speaks volumes about UConn's commitment to environmental responsibility when we ensure that our values are promoted in all aspects of the University," said Rich Miller, UConn's Director of Environmental Policy. "Athletic events are an important part of life at UConn and it's a great partnership when the Division of Athletics and student EcoHusky volunteers work together to help Husky football fans recycle, reduce waste and prevent litter at Rentschler Field."
Patrons will be encouraged to recycle in the stadium and to bag their bottles and cans in separate plastic bags as they tailgate. UConn students from the "EcoHusky" and EcoHouse" groups will be stationed inside the stadium at recycling areas to educate fans about recycling as part of the "Man the Can" program.
Viridian Energy, a corporate partner of UConn Athletics, will be at FanFest and inside each gate at the stadium to provide education about clean energy. FanFest takes place from 8 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. between Gates C and D.
There will also be distribution of pocket ashtrays in coordination with Keep America Beautiful, Inc. by student volunteers.
