NEW MEADOWLANDS STADIUM SUSTAINABILITY PROGRAM. EPA MEETING March 25, 2009

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1 NEW MEADOWLANDS STADIUM SUSTAINABILITY PROGRAM EPA MEETING March 25, 2009

2 New Stadium Project Overview Project Description Status Sustainable Development Sustainability: Makes Business Sense and Drives Bottomline Results EPA Partnership: Design, Construction, Operations Program Highlights: Mission, Goals, Achievements Questions Today s Presentation

3 EXISTING CONDITIONS NEW SITE PLAN

6 Project Description Project Components NEW MEADOWLANDS STADIUM 80,000 plus seats $1.3 billion privately financed new stadium with two NFL teams Type of structure open air Stadium size 2.1 million square feet Teams assume day to day control of new stadium and all of its events, ents, parking and traffic management, suite and premium spaces, food and a beverage concessions PARKING AND TRAFFIC IMPROVEMENTS Regional roadway enhancements Permit parking onsite 27,500 cars Teams to promote car pooling and ride sharing NY and NJ Rail Link NYC 15 minutes via NJ Transit 10,000 fans per game

Sustainable Development Program Mission Mission: Design, construct and operate the leading environmentally sustainable and responsible stadium in professional sports.

9 Sustainable Development Program Mission Mission: Design, construct and operate the leading environmentally sustainable and responsible stadium in professional sports. Integrate principles of environmental stewardship into every day business decisions and practices to drive bottom line results. Collaborate with our corporate sponsors to promote the most innovative and comprehensive green initiatives in the sports industry that will have the maximum impact on our fan base and demonstrate corporate responsibility in our community. Industry Leadership and Innovation Through Partnerships EPA and Sponsors: Design Builder, Waste Hauler, Concessionaire, Beverage Vendor

10 Sustainability Goals Think Green Protect and preserve the environmentally sensitive wetlands and wildlife habitat that surround the new stadium 20,000 protected acres Reduce and recycle solid waste Use natural resources efficiently in the ongoing operation of the new stadium to minimize our impact by conserving water and managing energy wisely Encourage mass transit and car pooling Enhance brands through community and fan based involvement in green promotions, marketing campaigns, and outreach Bottom line: Environmental Stewardship Campaign Drives Business Results

11 Sustainable Development Program Goals & Achievements Wetlands and Wildlife Protection Construct the new stadium on 75 acre brownfields site with no impact on surrounding undeveloped or environmentally sensitive lands Recycling Programs Join EPA Waste Wise Program Participate in National Clean Diesel Campaign and Clean Construction USA (use of ultra low sulfur diesel fuel, diesel particulate filters, etc.) Recycle 80% of the total waste generated during construction (almost 5,000 tons). Reuse almost 30,000 tons of salvaged rebar, and steel in the new structure. All 8000 piles from petrochemical steel scrap and salvage. Reduce solid waste production by at least 25% during Operating Phase Opportunity 70 tons of waste generated each NFL game stadium and lots Little or no recycling on site currently Separate and bail all corrugated paper products on site Use of compostable serving items in concessions. Sorting concessionaire s waste streams into recyclable, compostable, and non recyclable All compostable items will be sent to compost facility in Woodbridge, NJ Think Green

12 Think Green Sustainable Development Program Goals & Achievements Water Conservation and Energy Management Reduce water demand in the new stadium by at least 25%, or 11,000,000 gallons per year with waterless urinals, synthetic turf, local plantings, granite stone dust in medians Reduce energy usage in the new stadium by 30% Join Energy Star Program Fan and Community Partnerships Buy 70% of the total project construction costs locally to spur the tristate economy and reduce carbon footprint; aggregating to over $680M in benefit to community 83% of contractors during construction are from NY, NJ, and PA marketplace; 100% of workforce is local Foster use of mass transit rail link and car pooling Approximately 3,500 cars off the roads on gameday Promote fan and community participation with promotional events, outreach, and education *Protect, Reduce, Recycle, Promote*

13 Stormwater is collected, settled and used to recharge the groundwater and landscaping needs

All plantings are native species, low water

sources reduces watering needs 188,000 sq ft

14 All plantings are native species, low water plantings with high efficiency irrigation, saving 700,000 gallons of water. Re Use of porous material from industrial sources reduces watering needs 188,000 sq ft of decomposed granite, equal to 4.5 acres or 4 football fields

15 Over 8,000 foundation pilings, totaling 16,000 tons of steel obtained from petrochemical industry casings Exterior façade fins include 40 tons of recycled aluminum

16 Stadium rebar made from recycled steel 22,000 tons of scrap Over 2,000 tons of coal combustion products used in place of Portland Cement Saving 1,600 tons of CO2 emissions

17 Use of Ultra Low Sulfur Diesel Fuel in Construction Equipment Use of Diesel Particulate Filters on Heavy Equipment

18 82% of total waste generated during construction is recycled

19 . The NY Giants/Jets will be using waterless urinals in the new stadium saving 2.7 MG/YR. Water saving toilets, showerheads and faucets will also be installed.

20 By Joining the ENERGY STAR Program, the New Meadowlands Stadium will be Saving Energy and Precious Natural Resources Goal: 30% Energy Reduction

21 New mass transit rail station expected to reduce 3,500 cars per game and eliminate 5.6 million miles of car travel per year

22 The Use Of Solar Power is Planned for the New Meadowlands Stadium and Purchase of Alternative Energy Sources in Competitive Marketplace

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