Boston Athletic Association (B.A.A.) Takes Its First Step in Running Toward a More Efficient Future With The Release of Its First Sustainability Report
The Boston Athletic Association (B.A.A.) has released its first-ever sustainability report in collaboration with Schneider Electric, marking a significant milestone in environmental stewardship. The report outlines the organization's efforts to reduce environmental impact while organizing community-focused athletic events.
Key achievements highlighted in the report include:
- Setting climate targets for 2030 based on 2023 baseline emissions
- Diverting 79% of waste at the 2024 Boston Marathon
- Donating over 20 tons of clothing and 600 pairs of sneakers
- Engaging 9,000+ volunteers, with 27 veterans serving for 30+ years
- Generating $500.9 million in economic activity
- Raising $45.7 million through 168 nonprofit organizations
- Hosting 9 youth programs serving 3,200 participants
L'Associazione Atletica di Boston (B.A.A.) ha pubblicato il suo primo rapporto di sostenibilità in collaborazione con Schneider Electric, segnando un traguardo significativo nella gestione ambientale. Il rapporto delinea gli sforzi dell'organizzazione per ridurre l'impatto ambientale durante l'organizzazione di eventi sportivi focalizzati sulla comunità.
I principali risultati evidenziati nel rapporto includono:
- Impostazione degli obiettivi climatici per il 2030 basati sulle emissioni di riferimento del 2023
- Recupero del 79% dei rifiuti durante la Maratona di Boston 2024
- Donazione di oltre 20 tonnellate di abbigliamento e 600 paia di scarpe da ginnastica
- Coinvolgimento di oltre 9.000 volontari, con 27 veterani che servono da oltre 30 anni
- Generazione di 500,9 milioni di dollari in attività economica
- Raccolta di 45,7 milioni di dollari attraverso 168 organizzazioni non profit
- Organizzazione di 9 programmi giovanili che servono 3.200 partecipanti
La Asociación Atlética de Boston (B.A.A.) ha publicado su primer informe de sostenibilidad en colaboración con Schneider Electric, marcando un hito significativo en la gestión ambiental. El informe detalla los esfuerzos de la organización para reducir el impacto ambiental mientras organiza eventos atléticos centrados en la comunidad.
Los logros clave destacados en el informe incluyen:
- Establecimiento de objetivos climáticos para 2030 basados en las emisiones de referencia de 2023
- Desvío del 79% de los residuos en el Maratón de Boston 2024
- Donación de más de 20 toneladas de ropa y 600 pares de zapatillas
- Participación de más de 9,000 voluntarios, con 27 veteranos sirviendo durante más de 30 años
- Generación de 500.9 millones de dólares en actividad económica
- Recaudación de 45.7 millones de dólares a través de 168 organizaciones sin fines de lucro
- Organización de 9 programas juveniles que sirven a 3,200 participantes
보스턴 육상 협회(B.A.A.)는 슈나이더 일렉트릭과 협력하여 최초의 지속 가능성 보고서를 발표하였으며, 이는 환경 관리에서 중요한 이정표가 되었습니다. 이 보고서는 지역 사회 중심의 운동 이벤트를 조직하면서 환경 영향을 줄이기 위한 조직의 노력을 설명합니다.
보고서에서 강조된 주요 성과는 다음과 같습니다:
- 2023년 기준 배출량을 바탕으로 한 2030년 기후 목표 설정
- 2024년 보스턴 마라톤에서 79%의 폐기물 전환
- 20톤 이상의 의류와 600켤레의 운동화 기부
- 9,000명 이상의 자원봉사자 참여, 30년 이상 봉사한 27명의 재향군인 포함
- 5억 9백만 달러의 경제 활동 창출
- 168개의 비영리 단체를 통해 4천5백7십만 달러 모금
- 3,200명의 참가자를 위한 9개의 청소년 프로그램 개최
L'Association Athlétique de Boston (B.A.A.) a publié son tout premier rapport de durabilité en collaboration avec Schneider Electric, marquant une étape significative dans la gestion environnementale. Le rapport décrit les efforts de l'organisation pour réduire son impact environnemental tout en organisant des événements sportifs axés sur la communauté.
Les principales réalisations mises en avant dans le rapport comprennent:
- Établissement d'objectifs climatiques pour 2030 basés sur les émissions de référence de 2023
- Détournement de 79 % des déchets lors du Marathon de Boston 2024
- Don de plus de 20 tonnes de vêtements et de 600 paires de baskets
- Engagement de plus de 9 000 bénévoles, dont 27 vétérans servant depuis plus de 30 ans
- Génération de 500,9 millions de dollars d'activité économique
- Collecte de 45,7 millions de dollars par le biais de 168 organisations à but non lucratif
- Organisation de 9 programmes pour la jeunesse servant 3 200 participants
Die Boston Athletic Association (B.A.A.) hat ihren ersten Nachhaltigkeitsbericht in Zusammenarbeit mit Schneider Electric veröffentlicht, was einen bedeutenden Meilenstein im Bereich des Umweltmanagements darstellt. Der Bericht beschreibt die Bemühungen der Organisation, die Umweltbelastung bei der Organisation von gemeindebezogenen Sportveranstaltungen zu reduzieren.
Die im Bericht hervorgehobenen wichtigsten Erfolge umfassen:
- Festlegung von Klimazielen für 2030 basierend auf den Emissionen von 2023
- 79% der Abfälle beim Boston Marathon 2024 umgeleitet
- Über 20 Tonnen Kleidung und 600 Paar Sneakers gespendet
- Über 9.000 Freiwillige engagiert, darunter 27 Veteranen, die seit über 30 Jahren tätig sind
- Generierung von 500,9 Millionen Dollar an wirtschaftlicher Aktivität
- 45,7 Millionen Dollar durch 168 gemeinnützige Organisationen gesammelt
- Durchführung von 9 Jugendprogrammen mit 3.200 Teilnehmern
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- B.A.A. publishes inaugural sustainability report with support from official multi-year sustainability partner Schneider Electric
"Publishing this report is a significant milestone towards our goal to be an industry leader in sustainability," said Jack Fleming, President and Chief Executive Officer of the B.A.A. "Reporting regularly on our progress is an important part of our journey and by far, the most significant driver in our efforts and reporting continues to be the Boston Marathon presented by Bank of America. We encourage all of our stakeholders to engage with us in this collective effort to move towards a more sustainable future."
"Schneider Electric is honored to work alongside B.A.A. for the inaugural sustainability report," Steve Wilhite, President, Schneider Electric's Sustainability Business. "This incredible first year included setting initial climate goals, raising millions in charitable contributions, and generating over half a billion dollars in economic activity. We look forward to continuing our partnership with the B.A.A. over the next several years, working together to achieve our shared vision of a resilient future, with a steadfast commitment to sustainability and the
Key highlights from the report include:
- Naming Schneider Electric as the official sustainability partner for all B.A.A. events, further demonstrating both organizations' shared vision of building a more sustainable future in
Boston and beyond. Read more here. - Calculating scope 1, 2 and 3 greenhouse gas emissions for baseline year 2023 and setting a climate target for 2030.
- Diverting
79% of waste at the 2024 Boston Marathon through a variety of initiatives such as donating more than 20 tons of clothing and 600 pairs of sneakers to local organizations. - Engaging more than 9,000 volunteers at the 2024 Boston Marathon and celebrating 27 volunteers with more than 30 years of service in 2024.
- Raising
$45.7 million - Contributing to
$71.9 million $500.9 million - Hosting nine dedicated youth and community programs in 2024, serving 3,200 participants throughout the year.
Through their multi-year collaboration, Schneider Electric and the B.A.A. will continue to work toward measurable sustainability goals, leveraging Schneider Electric's extensive expertise in helping businesses and communities reduce carbon emissions. This partnership underscores a strong dedication to the greater
"As the official Sustainability Partner of the B.A.A., Schneider Electric is proud to support the B.A.A. and the broader
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About the Boston Athletic Association (B.A.A.)
Established in 1887, the Boston Athletic Association is a non-profit organization with a mission of promoting a healthy lifestyle through sports, especially running. The B.A.A. manages the Boston Marathon, and supports comprehensive charity, youth, and year-round programming. The economic impact of the 2024 Boston Marathon presented by Bank of America produced
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