July 23 – Manchester United has partnered with Renewable Energy Group, a leading producer of renewable fuels, with a shared mission to tackle climate change and create a cleaner world.
Renewable Energy Group recycles waste and by-product fats and oils into sustainable fuels.
Manchester United said they “will work together to raise awareness of the company’s biofuel products and encourage positive environmental change among Manchester United’s global fanbase and beyond.”
Man Utd launched its own carbon reduction programme in 2008 and since then has reduced annual emissions from its operations by 2,700 tonnes.
“As one of the most popular sports teams in the world, the Club has a powerful platform to help raise awareness of how people can contribute towards a cleaner, more sustainable future for our planet,” said Collette Roche, Manchester United Chief Operating Officer.
“We are already an environmental leader among football clubs after 12 consecutive years of reduction in our greenhouse gas emissions. We will now work with Renewable Energy Group to explore ways of shrinking our carbon footprint further. Together, we can make a difference in the fight against climate change, and the goal of developing a greener, cleaner planet.”
The need for the world to find dramatically act on reducing carbon emission was emphasised by Renewable Energy Group president and CEO Cynthia ‘CJ’ Warner.
“The world is at a critical juncture in which we are all recognising that we must do more to reduce harmful emissions, and there is a growing desire to secure more immediate and practical low carbon solutions. Together, alongside Manchester United, we will amplify our simple-to-adopt opportunities for individuals and organizations to reduce carbon now,” said Warner.
“Renewable Energy Group brings a history of innovation and determination to deliver real impact through the production of cleaner fuels. Our sustainable fuels are a viable low carbon solution that can help us achieve greenhouse gas reduction and create a cleaner world.”
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