Shorts: Mcc, Crystal Palace
The Marylebone Cricket Club (MCC) has announced the objective of becoming carbon neutral by 2030 and net zero emissions by 2040.
The launch of a Net Zero Carbon Strategy will establish various projects across Lord’s in order to achieve this target, including switching the use of remaining natural gas in the operation of the venue to renewable energy sources.
Furthermore, the match at Lord’s between England and New Zealand on 15th September will also see the first use of the Fan Footprint Calculator, a free online platform which will allow fans, visitors to Lord’s, MCC Members and MCC staff to understand and measure their current carbon footprint and reduce their own emissions.
Lord’s cricket ground has been operating on 100% renewable electricity since 2016, with all electricity sourced from wind power, and since 2010 has sent zero waste to landfill.
Stuart Dunlop, MCC Sustainability and Accessibility Manager, expressed, “A Journey to Net Zero Carbon marks the next chapter in a long sustainability journey for MCC, and the club recognises that a lot of work will need to go into implementing it.
“Whilst, as a club, we have already made a lot of progress in terms of decarbonisation, this strategy is necessary and vital for us to determine an exact blueprint of the steps required to reach our net zero targets. Engaging our staff, members and supporters who visit Lord’s is an important part of that process and journey.”
Eoin Morgan, Former England Captain and MCC World Cricket Committee Member, added, “Climate change is one the biggest issues facing our sport and our planet, so it is vital that MCC, as the guardian of the global game, continues to lead the debate in this area and this strategy is a step in that direction.
“Sport, and society more broadly, needs to do more to combat the huge threat posed by climate change and in my role as a member of the MCC World Cricket committee, I’m keen to play whatever part I can to help shape and influence the debate in our sport.”
Premier League football club Crystal Palace has announced iD Mobile as its official mobile partner.
The two-year deal will see the UK mobile operator displayed prominently on pitch-surrounding LED boards during matches and on the club’s website.
Barry Webber, Commercial Director of Crystal Palace, said, “We’re committed to continuing to bring our fans the best possible deals and our new partnership with iD Mobile does exactly that. It is an exciting time for both the club and the company, and we look forward to sharing these benefits with our fanbase going forward.”
Lewis Henry, Director of Customer and Marketing at iD Mobile, added, “We’re thrilled to be partnering with Crystal Palace Football Club this season in what promises to be an exciting time ahead for both us and the club.”
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