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A collaboration announced today will allow Verizon Center, the location of Washington Wizards, the capital, mystics and Valor, as well as concerts and other entertainment activities to buy electricity from a new solar facility in Maryland.
The solar energy purchased by Memorial sports entertainment for Verizon Center will come from off-site, third-
In Frederick County, Maryland, the party has solar facilities
Bundled with the national solar renewable energy credit, 25% solar operation is allowed for sports and entertainment facilities.
"Off-site renewable energy is the fastest --
A growing industry in the energy industry . "Louis J.
Huchinson III, vice president and chief revenue officer, WGL.
"As renewable energy products continue to mature, it is exciting to see the sports industry play an important role in off-site renewable energy procurement.
"Sustainability is at the heart of all our commemorative sports and entertainment activities," said Dave Touhey, president of commemorative sports and entertainment venues.
"We are pleased to expand our energy relationship with WGL Energy by establishing new partnerships to bring more renewable energy to Verizon Center.
"With this collaboration with WGL Energy, immortal sports and entertainment will reduce its carbon footprint and support the environment while benefiting from the long-standing pricing certainty of Verizon Centerterm contract.
Starting at the end of 2017, Verizon Center will receive about 4 units.
The energy of 7 million kilowatt hours per year is from 3.
5 MW of solar project.
The carbon emissions avoided by using solar energy each year are equivalent to nearly 700 vehicles removed from the road a year.
Verizon Center is a member of the Green Sports League, and through this unique new partnership, Wizards, capital, mystics and Valor are among the first professional sports teams to be driven by off-site renewable energy.
"Although there are often obstacles to the installation of the arena or stadium --
Due to the limited space, off-site energy provides an opportunity for teams across the country to benefit from renewable energy, "said Justin Zuna, executive director of the Green Sports Alliance.
"Verizon Center and its team are building a model for a sustainable community among their passionate fan base.
Abigail Ross Hooper said: "Professional sports facilities such as the Verizon Center consume a lot of electricity and switching to solar energy can really reduce costs," said President and CEO of the Solar Industry Association (SEIA).
"This highly innovative project is part of a trend led by big companies, with significant returns on investment from big companies, while improving air quality in American communities.
"WGL has been the official energy and greening partner for Verizon Center since 2015.
WGL Energy has donated carbon compensation through this partnership to offset emissions from Washington Wizards, the Washington capital and the mysterious home games, concerts and other events in Washington.
Last year, more than 3,123 tons of greenhouse gas emissions were offset by carbon offsets at 201 events in the arena.
This is equivalent to avoiding the consumption of more than 351,000 gallons of gasoline, or removing 660 cars from the road within one year.
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Memorial Sports and Entertainment Center in Washington, D. C. C.
, Is one of the largest integrated sports and entertainment companies in the country and one of the most diverse partner groups in all sports.
MSE owns and operates five professional sports teams: the Washington Warriors of AFL and the Baltimore Brigade, the Washington Wizards of the NBA, the Washington Capitals of the NHL, and the Washington Mystics of the WNBA.
So is this company.
AXiomatic has a controlling stake in the global esports franchise Team Liquid and owns and operates the Verizon Center in WashingtonC.
It is rated annually by industry publications bulletin boards, Pollstar and today's venues as one of the world's top venues.
Immortal sports and entertainment also govern the country's capital of Keter. of-the-
Art training facilities in the capital and igbank arena within the campus of George Mason University.
Columbia District and activity center is building a new sports and entertainment facility in the southeast of Washington, D. C.
East Campus of Elizabeth
The facility will feature a state. of-
The art training facilities of Washington Wizards and Washington Mystics will also include a 4,200-seat arena, which will become the new home of Washington Mystics.
The facility is scheduled to open in the fall of 2018.
Also co-organized large-scale sports and entertainment activities
Have and operate a huge sports network (MSN)
Working with NBC Sports GroupMSN is the mid-
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