Ambassadors with the #SuperCoralPlay campaign. Nicolette Amico / Newlink
Only the Kansas City Chiefs and the San Francisco 49ers will get to play in Super Bowl 54 in Miami Sunday. But anyone can make a #SuperCoralPlay.
<p>That's the name of a joint campaign from MSC Cruises, the Miami Super Bowl Host Committee (MSBHC),and 54 NFL players and influencers to raise awareness about the need to protect <a href="https://www.ecowatch.com/tag/coral-reefs" target="_self">coral reefs</a>. It invites individuals and businesses to make a <a href="https://supercoralplay.org/pages/take-the-challenge-now" target="_blank">#SuperCoralPlay</a> by pledging to take action to help save coral and the wider environment and then posting on social media to spread the word. The campaign launched with a music video Jan. 16 featuring Arizona Cardinals wide receiver Larry Fitzgerald, Cleveland Browns wide receiver Jarvis Landry and broadcaster and retired NFL quarterback Mark Sanchez.</p><span style="display:block;position:relative;padding-top:56.25%;" class="rm-shortcode" data-rm-shortcode-id="8bbbda9d5d16a6af790c22c857a8e0c4"><iframe lazy-loadable="true" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/O0WEWF2XbBY?rel=0" width="100%" height="auto" frameborder="0" scrolling="no" style="position:absolute;top:0;left:0;width:100%;height:100%;"></iframe></span>
<p>"I'm a diver and I love the ocean – it's certainly a passion point for me," Sanchez said of his decision to get involved.</p><p>He highlighted the fact that coral reefs are in serious trouble — the UN's Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change <a href="https://www.ecowatch.com/climate-change-ipcc-report-2610866229.html" target="_self">estimates</a> that 70 to 90 percent of them could be wiped out in the next two decades because of the <a href="https://www.ecowatch.com/climate-change/" target="_self">climate crisis</a>.</p><p>That's why the <a href="https://mscfoundation.org/" target="_blank">MSC Foundation</a> is working in its <a href="http://www.oceancaymsc.com/" target="_blank">Ocean Cay MSC Marine Reserve</a> in the Bahamas to identify and rebuild the reefs using "Super Coral" — hardy species of corals that have survived extreme ocean heat waves.</p><p>"We were just at Ocean Cay MSC Marine Reserve a couple weeks ago and it's impressive to see the work MSC Foundation is doing by researching Super Coral – something that can have a global impact. But it's everyone's responsibility to take care of the world's reefs and that's why we wanted to get involved in Super Coral Play," Sanchez said.</p><p>If you're wondering exactly how to participate, Landry has the answers.</p>
<p>"We all have to do our part by making a play to reduce our carbon footprint. It's easy. You can switch to LED lightbulbs, refuse single use plastic or ride a bike instead of a car. Once you choose your play, post about it on social media using #SuperCoralPlay and challenge two friends to join the movement," he said.</p><p>You can also purchase a <a href="https://supercoralplay.org/products/super-coral-play-bracelet" target="_blank">Super Coral Play bracelet</a> made from abandoned fishing nets. For every bracelet sold, the MSC Foundation will propagate a new Super Coral.</p><p>So why is all this environmental activity centering around the Super Bowl?</p><p>"Every year the Super Bowl has a philanthropic focus, and this year it is the environment," Matthew McKinnon, Chair of the Advisory Board of the MSC Foundation, explained. "We were excited to team up with Miami Super Bowl Host Committee (MSBHC) and these 54 NFL players and influencers to help amplify our message about the importance of coral and raise awareness of the need to protect them."</p><img lazy-loadable="true" src="https://assets.rebelmouse.io/eyJhbGciOiJIUzI1NiIsInR5cCI6IkpXVCJ9.eyJpbWFnZSI6Imh0dHBzOi8vYXNzZXRzLnJibC5tcy8yMjY0MjI4NS9vcmlnaW4uanBnIiwiZXhwaXJlc19hdCI6MTY1ODg1NTE0Nn0.t9JNGfLoztGosFcNEIIIOPSPqRQixcDqhK8GpI-y2FY/img.jpg?width=980" id="e5bfe" class="rm-shortcode" data-rm-shortcode-id="45c44aa4b0a26b15faf2b563907f25cf" data-rm-shortcode-name="rebelmouse-image" />
Ocean Cay in the Bahamas, where the MSC Foundation is working to find and promote 'Super Coral.' Conrad Schutt
<p>Participating in #SuperCoralPlay isn't the only way the Super Bowl is going green. For three years now, the game has worked to make sure stadium trash doesn't end up in a landfill, <a href="https://www.nationalgeographic.com/science/2020/01/super-bowl-54-zero-waste-miami/?cmpid=org=ngp::mc=crm-email::src=ngp::cmp=editorial::add=Science_20200129&rid=48CC0311F587B019F9A7DFAEDA55B8D6" target="_blank">National Geographic explained</a>.</p><p>In 2018, 90 percent of the waste generated at the U.S. Bank Stadium in Minneapolis was composted or recycled. This year, the stadium is aiming to phase out 99.4 percent of its single-use <a href="https://www.ecowatch.com/tag/plastic" target="_self">plastic</a>. To that end, it is using aluminum containers for beer and water and compostable material like bamboo for cutlery.</p><p>Environmental groups say the big game is an excellent chance to raise awareness about sustainability.</p><p>"There really is no bigger stage than the Super Bowl to bring folks around the conversation," George Leonard, the chief scientist at the <a href="https://oceanconservancy.org/" target="_blank">Ocean Conservancy</a>, told National Geographic.</p>
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A screenshot from the Budweiser "Wind Never Felt Better" 2019 Super Bowl commercial. YouTube
Budweiser's parent company is continuing to associate with groups with anti-climate agendas and ties to dark money, despite several ads aired during Sunday night's Super Bowl that portray the beverage giant as environmentally friendly, The New Republic reports.
Three of eight commercials aired by Anheuser-Busch on Sunday had themes around renewable energy, water conservation and organic farming, including one spot that brags that Budweiser is "brewed with wind power for a better tomorrow."
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</p><p>However, membership records and conference attendances show that Anheuser-Busch is still involved with both the Chamber of Commerce foundation and the American Legislative Exchange Council, two groups with notable anti-<span style="background-color: initial;">climate</span> and <a href="http://www.ecowatch.com/tag/climate-denier">denialist</a>-influenced stances and members. <br></p><p>As reported by <a href="https://newrepublic.com/article/153016/budweiser-2019-super-bowl-ad-climate-change" target="_blank">The New Republic</a>:</p><blockquote>"Anheuser-Busch frames its commitment to renewable energy and clean water as being for the good of the planet, not the company's bottom line. 'Climate change is the most pressing issue confronting our planet,' Anheuser-Busch CEO Carlos Brito <a href="https://twitter.com/abinbev/status/870982258693349376" target="_blank">said</a> in 2017. "We at AB InBev are committed to doing our part." But if that's true, then the planet could use fewer virtue-signaling Super Bowl ads and more honesty about the political causes that Budweiser drinkers are unwittingly supporting."</blockquote><p class="shortcode-media shortcode-media-twitter_embed">
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Like many other plant-based foods and products, CBD oil is one dietary supplement where "organic" labels are very important to consumers. However, there are little to no regulations within the hemp industry when it comes to deeming a product as organic, which makes it increasingly difficult for shoppers to find the best CBD oil products available on the market.
<p>Here you can learn about the importance of organic hemp oil, why it's better for the environment, and which CBD companies actually make trustworthy products with sustainable farming processes. origins which weigh heavily on many consumers who want to buy a product that's produced in the best way possible for not only themselves to ingest, but for the environment as well through sustainable farming methods. </p><h2>What Is CBD Oil?</h2><p>First things first, CBD stands for cannabidiol, and it's a cannabinoid found within cannabis sativa plants. This plant compound is believed to have many potential benefits, and it is primarily derived from hemp plants via a CO2 extraction process. </p><p>Since CBD is extracted from industrial hemp, which contains only trace amounts of THC (the psychoactive component in cannabis plants), this means that CBD won't make you feel high like marijuana, which has much higher levels of THC that causes psychoactive effects. Instead, the effects of CBD are much more subtle and promote a general sense of calm and relaxation in most users.</p><h2>What Makes a CBD Oil Organic?</h2><p>In terms of organic labels, perhaps the most important (and prominent) certification comes from the United States Department of Agriculture (USDA). This government organization has been labeling foods as "organic" for many years, but what exactly does this certification entail? Essentially, a label indicating that a product is "USDA Organic" or "Certified Organic" means that at least 95% of the ingredients are obtained from organic sources.</p><p>For a crop to be considered organic by the USDA, it must be grown without the use of industrial solvents, irradiation, genetic engineering (GMOs), synthetic pesticides, or chemical fertilizer. Instead, farmers rely on natural substances and <a href="https://www.usda.gov/media/blog/2012/03/22/organic-101-what-usda-organic-label-means" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">mechanical, physical, or biologically based farming</a> techniques to cultivate healthy and organic crops.</p><p>Before the passage of the 2018 Farm Bill, no hemp-derived products could be dubbed as "certified organic" since the hemp plant and its extracts were still categorized as a Schedule I Controlled Substance. However, it's still difficult for CBD companies to obtain a USDA certified organic label for their products due to the legal grey area that still surrounds CBD extracts. </p><p>Because of these challenges, and due to the fact that industrial hemp has only recently become an agricultural crop, very few CBD oils are USDA certified organic. Rather, many CBD products contain hemp extracts from plants that were grown in organic conditions but may not be federally certified.</p><h2>What are the Best Organic CBD Oil Brands?</h2><p><em>Each product featured here has been independently selected by the writer. If you make a purchase using the links included, we may earn commission.</em></p><em><br></em>
<h2>Why Organic Hemp Oil Matters</h2><p>Hemp is a unique plant, not only for its rich cannabinoid content, but also for its ability to absorb a wide variety of components in soil. But this trait poses great risks when it comes to the creation of CBD products derived from hemp.</p><p>Because hemp has a high capacity for compound uptake, this means that the plants can retain <a href="https://www.remedyreview.com/industry/lab-test-results/" target="_blank">harmful chemicals like pesticides</a>, heavy metals, and other residual solvents. This is especially true when it comes to synthetic chemicals that are more toxic to humans, and difficult to remove once they have been absorbed by the hemp plant.</p><p>Organic farming practices help reduce the risk of hemp crops absorbing harsh chemicals that may later end up in CBD oil after extraction. When you're taking CBD as a wellness supplement to help alleviate your symptoms or improve your overall well-being, the last thing you want is to ingest compounds that might negatively outweigh the benefits of CBD. This is an important reason to look for third party lab test results when shopping for CBD products since these certificates of analysis can show the full cannabinoid and terpene profile of a hemp extract, as well as test results that search for the presence of any residual solvents.</p><p>In addition to creating a better end product, organic farming practices are also better for the environment. Sustainable and organic farming methods may <a href="https://www.helpguide.org/articles/healthy-eating/organic-foods.htm" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">reduce pollution, conserve water, reduce soil erosion, increase soil fertility, and use less energy</a>. The use of natural pest deterrents as opposed to chemical pesticides is also better for nearby animal populations and ecosystems.</p><h3>Organic vs. Natural</h3><p>While there are only a select few companies offering certified organic ingredients in their products, almost every brand in the CBD market creates "natural" products. The term "all-natural" or "plant-based" does not mean that a product is organic, and since hemp oil is a natural derivative of hemp plants, these products are often referred to as all-natural. However, there are some synthetic CBD oils that should be avoided because they are chemically constructed and may produce unwanted side effects that are not caused by naturally derived CBD extracts.</p><h2>What are the Benefits of Organic CBD Oil?</h2><p>There's a long list of potential CBD oil health benefits, and some of the most common wellness advantages include:</p><ul class="ee-ul"><li><a href="https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC2503660/" target="_blank">Chronic pain relief</a></li><li><a href="https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC4604171/" target="_blank">Anti-anxiety effects</a></li><li>Better sleep</li><li><a href="https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/blog/inner-source/201901/cbd-oil-mental-health-should-you-take-it-too" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Improvements in mood</a></li><li>Internal balance and regulation</li></ul><p>When dealing with pain, inflammation, sleep issues, and mental health struggles, it can be hard to find sufficient treatment options. The use of certain prescriptions can cause unwanted side effects, yet they are often the only solution for patients with these medical conditions. In search of other therapies, people have started to flock towards CBD oil as an alternative remedy for a variety of conditions. However, it should be noted that CBD products are not approved by the Food and Drug Administration (FDA), and you should seek your doctor's advice before using CBD if you have a serious medical condition.</p><h2>Look at the Labels Before You Buy CBD Oil</h2><p>When you go online to buy CBD oil, you'll quickly realize there is an overwhelming number of brands that are saturating the market. It can be difficult to determine which products are truly as good as they make themselves out to be. Always look for up-to-date third-party lab tests so you know you are getting a great product, and don't hesitate to contact the brand if you have any additional questions. And if you're intent on purchasing 100% organic CBD oil, it's best to look for certified products or brands that are held to strict regulatory standards.</p><p><strong>Melena Gurganus </strong>is the Reviews Editor at EcoWatch. She is passionate health and wellness and her writing aims to help others find products they can trust. Her work has been featured in publications such as Health, Shape, Huffington Post, Cannabis Business Times, and Bustle.<br></p>
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CBDistillery
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FAB CBD
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NuLeaf Naturals
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When we think of Budweiser's Super Bowl commercials, images of croaking frogs or horses playing football usually come to mind. But for this year's big game in Atlanta, the beer giant is going green.
Budweiser, which switched all its U.S. beer brewing to renewable energy last year, debuted a dreamy spot called, "Wind Never Felt Better," featuring its iconic Clydesdales, a Dalmatian and wind turbines.
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The 1-minute ad is set to Bob Dylan's "Blowin' in the Wind" and has already been watched more than 65,000 times on YouTube.
</p><p>So far, it's been pretty well-received by viewers. "It is beautiful to see companies taking a stand, understanding corporate responsibility," one YouTube commenter wrote.
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Bud's eco-friendly makeover is a definite shift from a bunch of men <a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=W16qzZ7J5YQ" target="_blank">saying "Wassup" to each other</a>.
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"Those who wait for the best commercials all year expect Budweiser to show up big, and we felt there was no better way to show up this year than to talk about our commitment to renewable electricity," said Ricardo Marques of Anheuser-Busch, the brewer that makes Budweiser, Bud Light and many other beers, in a <a href="https://www.prnewswire.com/news-releases/budweiser-clydesdales-deliver-a-wind-powered-message-on-this-years-super-bowl-stage-300782620.html" target="_blank">press release</a>.
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"We are proud to be the first Anheuser-Busch brand and the first major beer brand to be brewed with 100 percent renewable electricity from wind power and hopefully we can use this moment to inspire others in our pursuit for a more sustainable future," Marques added.
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<span></span>What's more, Anheuser-Busch agreed to offset the electricity used during Super Bowl week in the host city of Atlanta.
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The company "will supply Atlanta's Super Bowl Host Committee with renewable energy attributes to power the equivalent of the city's energy consumption for six days, including during the largest sporting event of the year," according to a press release sent to EcoWatch.</p><p>The electricity will come from Enel Green Power's <a href="https://www.enel.com/media/press/d/2017/05/enel-starts-construction-of-new-298-mw-wind-project-in-the-united-states-" target="_blank">wind farm in Oklahoma</a>. In 2017, Anheuser-Busch signed a long-term power purchase agreement for 152.5 megawatts of output from the 298-megawatt Thunder Ranch facility.</p><p class="shortcode-media shortcode-media-twitter_embed">
</p><div id="3ed3f" class="rm-shortcode" data-rm-shortcode-id="7CLZ5Z1580739459"><blockquote class="twitter-tweet twitter-custom-tweet" data-twitter-tweet-id="1088150883085492224" data-partner="rebelmouse"><div style="margin:1em 0">.@budweiserusa's #SuperBowlLIII commercial brings its long-term sustainability goals to the biggest stage of the ye… https://t.co/x7vvrRqUpA</div> — Anheuser-Busch (@Anheuser-Busch)<a href="https://twitter.com/AnheuserBusch/statuses/1088150883085492224">1548270362.0</a></blockquote></div>
<p></p><p>"The renewable electricity purchased is the equivalent energy used to brew more than 20 billion 12 oz. servings of beer each year and is capable of meeting up to 50 percent of Anheuser-Busch's total annual purchased electricity," the press release noted.<br></p><p>
Last year, Atlanta became the the biggest city in the U.S. South to adopt a <a href="https://www.ecowatch.com/atlanta-clean-energy-2585744734.html" target="_self">100 percent renewable electricity goal</a>.
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"It's exciting to see Budweiser partner with Atlanta to power the city with renewables, too. By working together to drive down emissions, businesses and local governments can accelerate the clean energy transition around the world," Amy Davidsen, the North America Executive Director at The Climate Group, said in the press release.
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U.S. Bank Stadium
By Marlene Cimons
Early one December morning in 2010, the inflatable roof on the Minnesota Vikings' old stadium in Minneapolis ruptured and collapsed under the weight of 17 inches of wet snow. No one was hurt, but the incident was a wake-up call for the Vikings' front office. The team needed a new facility that could withstand the rigors of a Minnesota winter.
<p style="">On Sunday, the stadium will be on full display as Minneapolis hosts Super Bowl LII between the New England Patriots and the Philadelphia Eagles. The U.S. Bank Stadium, which replaced the old Metrodome in 2014, is built to endure the fiercest storms. And, because bitter cold outside makes it costly to keep the stadium warm inside, the venue also deploys an array of energy-saving features.</p><p>"We knew that the roof had to be strong enough to weather significant 100-year snow loads," said John Hutchings, who led the team at <a href="http://www.hksinc.com/" target="_blank">HKS Architects</a> that designed the building. "No storm will collapse this roof." In addition to winning awards for its near-indestructible roof, the U.S. Bank Stadium earned a LEED Gold certification from the U.S. Green Building Council for conserving energy.</p><p class="shortcode-media shortcode-media-rebelmouse-image">
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<small class="image-media media-caption" placeholder="Add Photo Caption...">Inside the U.S. Bank Stadium. </small><small class="image-media media-photo-credit" placeholder="add photo credit...">Nic Lehoux</small></p><p style="">U.S. Bank Stadium's roof is treated with a special glaze that deflects sunlight, and helps to melt snow quickly. Its pitch is very sharp, which helps snow slide into large snow gutter—50 feet wide at its largest. The roof allows natural sunlight in, which helps the venue save money on lighting.</p><p>"The roof creates an ideal outdoor atmosphere inside the stadium," Hutchings said. "So much sunlight pours into the bowl that it's not unusual to see fans wearing sunglasses inside." The roof is the one of the stadium's most popular features.</p><p style="">"I think the daylight quality of the game really makes you feel like you're outside and creates a pretty good fan experience," said Richard Strong, an architect with the University of Minnesota's <a href="http://www.csbr.umn.edu/" target="_blank">Center for Sustainable Building Research</a>, which made sure the stadium followed state sustainability guidelines. "The balance between energy efficiency and the ability to have a lot of light is one of the things that stadium really achieved."</p><p class="shortcode-media shortcode-media-rebelmouse-image">
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<small class="image-media media-caption" placeholder="Add Photo Caption...">Vikings fans entering their stadium.</small><small class="image-media media-photo-credit" placeholder="add photo credit...">Nic Lehoux</small></p><p style="">Most Vikings games are played when it is cold—usually below 45 degrees Fahrenheit—with temperatures that can plummet to less than -10. Heating typically makes up 50 percent of building energy use in this region, so stadium designers decided to use solar heating and capture heat in the facility as it rises, then recirculate it to the fans below. The system redistributes warm air in the winter and pumps in cold air during the summer.</p><p style="">U.S. Bank Stadium is one of just 80 LEED-certified sports venues in the U.S., according to the <a href="http://aceee.org/" target="_blank">American Council for an Energy Efficient Economy</a> (ACEEE). It is also the first NFL stadium to be built with LED lighting, which uses 75 percent less electricity than metal halide lighting typically deployed in stadiums.</p><p style="">Furthermore, the stadium offsets all of its energy with <a href="http://www.ecowatch.com/renewable-energy/">renewable energy</a> credits. It deploys low-flow faucets to save water. It was built with a single steel truss, instead of two, which reduced the amount of steel needed for construction. And, it has committed to becoming a zero waste facility where almost all waste is recyclable or compostable.</p><p class="shortcode-media shortcode-media-rebelmouse-image">
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<small class="image-media media-caption" placeholder="Add Photo Caption...">U.S. Bank Stadium boasts an energy-saving weatherproof roof.</small><small class="image-media media-photo-credit" placeholder="add photo credit...">Nic Lehoux</small></p><p>Minnesota was ranked 9th in ACEEE's 2016 State Energy Efficiency <a href="https://database.aceee.org/state/minnesota" target="_blank">Scorecard</a> because of its energy efficiency policies. The state's building standards call for structures built after 2010 to consume 60 percent less energy than the average building, with the goal of reaching net zero by 2030. The U.S. Bank Stadium is working to adhere to these standards.</p><p>"I think the stadium sends a message to the people of Minnesota about being environmentally responsible," Strong said. "It comes very close to meeting all the state's sustainability guidelines."</p><p style="">One issue yet to be resolved is whether the building's glass windows pose a danger to birds. Many birds migrate to or through Minnesota in large numbers, according to the Audubon Minnesota, which raised the issue of potential bird collisions before the stadium opened. Since then, Audubon, the Minnesota Sports Facility Authority, the University of Minnesota and Oklahoma State University announced they would collaborate on a <a href="http://mn.audubon.org/press-release/msfa-vikings-and-audubon-minnesota-collaborate-monitoring-study-us-bank-stadium" target="_blank">two-year study</a> to evaluate the threat.</p><p class="shortcode-media shortcode-media-rebelmouse-image">
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<small class="image-media media-caption" placeholder="Add Photo Caption...">The partially clear roof cuts down on electricity and gives fans an outdoor-like experience.</small><small class="image-media media-photo-credit" placeholder="add photo credit...">Nic Lehoux</small></p><p style="">The U.S. Bank Stadium is one example of a larger <a href="https://nexusmedianews.com/cutting-waste-one-fan-at-a-time-63d6ef2b146c" target="_blank">trend</a> among college and professional sports teams to conserve energy, both to save money and to limit carbon pollution that contributes to <a href="http://www.ecowatch.com/climate-change/">climate change</a>. This effort assumes a higher profile during the Super Bowl.</p><p style="">"Given the bewildering retreat from essential, science-based climate policy being enacted by the worst environmental administration in our nation's history, a counter message by the NFL promoting progress on climate could not be more important," said Allen Hershkowitz, chairman of <a href="http://www.sandsi.org/#/home" target="_blank">Sport and Sustainability International</a>." As one of the most visible sporting events in the world, the Super Bowl has a unique opportunity to promote environmental literacy and reduce cultural polarization related to climate change."</p><p>"The U.S. Bank venue's commitment to 100 percent renewable energy credits, combined with its ambitious zero waste goals, and the region's intelligent mass transit infrastructure, position this event to be among the most carbon intelligent Super Bowls ever," he said.</p><p class="shortcode-media shortcode-media-rebelmouse-image">
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<small class="image-media media-caption" placeholder="Add Photo Caption...">On the field of the environmentally responsible U.S. Bank Stadium.</small><small class="image-media media-photo-credit" placeholder="add photo credit...">Nic Lehoux</small></p><p>While locals are happy to see Minnesota represented in Super Bowl LII, game day will be bittersweet. Strong, a lifelong Minnesotan, regrets the fact that the Vikings won't be in it. They suffered a crushing loss to the Eagles in the NFC championship game two weeks ago, and they won't get to play at home in the biggest football event of the year.</p><p>"We would have loved for them to be playing in the Super Bowl, in their home stadium, and in front of a national audience," Strong said. "We really wanted to be able to root for the hometown team."</p><p style=""><em>Reposted with permission from our media associate <a href="https://nexusmedianews.com/super-bowl-lii-tackles-sustainable-design-47068aa7721d" target="_blank">Nexus Media</a>.</em></p>
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