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Improving water management in stadiums today calls for innovative, green renovations. In this post, learn how you can design a more sustainable sports stadium using water system fittings and fixtures that meet green standards.
In fact, there are already more than 30 Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design’s (LEED)-certified professional sports venues in the U.S. and 146 sports departments invested in energy efficiency.
There are still more stadiums and arenas around the country that can save costs and inspire their communities by turning green. Here’s how you can help start the change.
Key Takeaways:
- Innovations in faucets, fixtures, and fittings are the driving force for better water management at sports stadiums.
- The latest in green water management has come to sports stadiums. Some innovations can return recycled water to rivers in nearly the same condition as when it fell from the sky.
- Contactless, hands-free, and touchless technology are leading the way in the renovations of stadium water management.
Examples of the Green Initiative in Sport Stadiums
Many sports arenas have joined the green initiatives to make water management more eco-friendly. While many stadiums are moving towards the green stadium initiative, none are as impressive as the following:
- Huntington Bank Stadium: A stadium in Minneapolis, Minnesota that has created a water management system that recycles the water in two ways. The first is by watering their vegetation. The second is by returning the water to the Mississippi River in nearly the same condition that it fell from the sky.
- Sacramento's Golden 1 Credit Union Center: Recognized as the first enclosed facility to obtain LEED Platinum certification in their efforts to limit their consumption of natural resources.
- Mercedes-Benz Stadium: An open-air facility that was the first to claim LEED certification back in 2017.
A-to-Z Guide to Sustainable Stadium Water Management Systems
Better hygiene in commercial buildings is not the only reason to elevate your focus on the need for better water management in sports stadiums. Sustainability and conservation of natural resources are also essential.
Here are some faucets, fixtures, and fittings leading the way in this green initiative:
Anti-Scald Faucets and Fittings
When designing water management systems for stadiums, you should also focus on public safety. Anti-scald faucets and fixtures can help ensure the public remains safe at sports arenas because they keep users from burning themselves. You can set the water temperature within a designated range for the faucet without affecting other water temperatures throughout the facility.
Bottle and Glass Fillers
Bottle and glass fillers reduce plastic bottle waste while also saving water. This will encourage patrons to bring their own reusable water bottles to the facility.
Contactless Actuators
Installing contactless actuator plates gives dual-flush options for liquid and solid waste removal when used on public toilets. That way, only the necessary amount of water is used for each flush.
Green Water Systems
Millions are being spent to upgrade sports arena facilities, and green water systems are the focus of these renovations. Reducing water consumption may cost a lot to design and build. However, it will save owners (and therefore spectators) money in the long run with a lower cost of operation.
LEED Commercial Faucets
The National Institute of Building Sciences is calling upon owners of the 1,500 sports venues around the country to join the initiative to reduce energy and water consumption. To date, there are only 30 LEED-certified sports stadiums.
These numbers are not great if you consider how many sports arenas there are in America. For that reason, you should consider installing LEED commercial faucets when designing stadium renovations for your clients.
Metering Faucets
Metering faucets distribute the preselected amount of water before automatically shutting off, reducing water waste. They also keep freshly washed hands germ-free because there’s no need to touch the faucet to turn off the water.
Pre-Rinse Fittings
Pre-rinse fittings with remote valves for the commercial kitchens behind the concession counters saves more than $110 in energy and water costs.
QuanturnTM Compression Cartridge
Cartridges are the heart of the faucets in commercial kitchens and bathrooms. These cartridges are easy to replace and can even be rebuild if necessary, reducing waste.
The QuanturnTM Compression Cartridge is excellent for hard water installations and also meets the latest in low lead initiatives. They are great if you need to upgrade or modify an existing faucet.
Touchless Commercial Faucets
Touchless faucets provide users with the peace of mind to know that they don't need to touch contaminated faucets when washing their hands, a concern for many in a post-pandemic world.
These faucets allow you to turn on and off the water with just a wave of your hand. They help reduce water consumption. Some even have smart technology that allows you to view water usage and adjust water levels and temperatures.
UV-C LED Water Disinfection Treatment
UV-C LED water disinfection treatment systems use ultraviolet (UV) light to kill germs and inactivate bacterial, viral, and fungal species.
Sports stadiums and other public facilities can use this treatment system for their water management to ensure public safety even in large crowds.
Wheelchair Accessibility
ADA-compliant faucets ensure people with disabilities can easily access the facility's laboratories with ease and comfort. Therefore, when designing water systems for stadiums, make sure that all specs are compliant with these standards.
Commercial Bathroom and Kitchen Faucets, Fixtures, and Fittings are Available at Chicago Faucets
At Chicago Faucets, sustainability has always been a part of our mission. We want to help all stadiums, commercial facilities, and public spaces to join the green initiatives created to protect our natural resources.
Contact us today for more on these fittings and fixtures.
