Aviva Stadium prides itself on operating as a sustainable and responsible venue, recognising the important role we play in minimising our environmental impact while creating positive social and economic value. Sustainability is embedded throughout the way we operate the stadium, from the day-to-day management of our facilities to how we engage with our visitors, staff, suppliers and wider community.
Our approach to sustainability is guided by the three core pillars of Environmental, Social and Economic Sustainability. By considering these three areas together, we aim to manage and reduce our impacts, make responsible decisions and continually identify opportunities to improve the way the stadium operates.
Through this approach, we are committed to creating a venue that not only delivers exceptional experiences for our visitors and event partners, but also contributes positively to the environment, our community and the wider economy.
Some of the highlights of our performance to date include:
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Environmental Achievements |
Social Achievements |
Economic Achievements |
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Less than 2% of match day staff using private vehicles to get to the stadium on match day with dedicated parking arranged. |
Up skilling and HETAC approved training for sections of stewarding staff working at the stadium. |
Paid casual employment of circa 600 stadium stewards (40% from the Dublin 1, 2 & 4 Regions) for all events that occur at the stadium. |
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Reduced Carbon Footprint relating to product procurement by sourcing locally and nationally with centralised distribution. |
Healthier cooking regimes for food items and diverse menu offerings including salads and seafood as well as water options throughout. |
All protein and dairy products sold at the stadium are nationally sourced supporting local and national employment as well as the Irish Economy |
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Waste Management – Annual onsite recycle rate of 75% |
Raising awareness of the environmental & commercial benefits of recycling through case studies & knowledge share. |
Conversion of non-recyclable material to fuel / energy recovery to divert from landfill and manage disposal costs. |
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Up to 30% of fans using DART/Irish Rail with on-going public transport support via the stadium transport guide. |
Community Fund of €100,000 annually with over €1,500,000 spent to date. |
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Click on the Social Section to learn more about Aviva Stadium’s sustainable approach.
If you have any comments or queries on any of the aspects of our sustainable approach you can email sustainability@avivastadium.ie