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The Pittsburgh Pirates - Innovation Takes Root
The Pittsburgh Pirates Pittsburgh Pirates History • The Pittsburgh Pirates were founded in 1887 • The Pirates have played in four ballparks: • • • • Exposition Park (1891‐1909) Forbes Field (1909‐1970) Three Rivers Stadium (1970‐2000) PNC Park (2001‐Present) • The Pirates have played in seven World Series and have five World Series Championships: • 1909, 1925, 1960, 1971 and 1979 Pittsburgh Pirates History • The Pirates have hosted five All‐Star Games: • 1944, 1959, 1974, 1994 and 2006 • The Pittsburgh Pirates have: • • • • • • 13 Hall of Famers 25 Batting Titles 44 Gold Glove Awards 7 National League MVP Awards 1 National League Rookie of the Year Awards 3 National League Manager of the Year Awards PNC Park • PNC Park is the current home of the Pittsburgh Pirates • PNC Park opened in 2001 • PNC Park seats 38,362 people • Record attendance: 40,493 • PNC Park also holds concerts, weddings, holiday parties and many other events throughout the year. PNC Park • There are five club areas in PNC Park in which special events can be held: • • • • • The Lexus Club Keystone Corner Gunner’s Club Club 3000 The Rivertowne Brewing Hall of Fame Club • There are three restaurants located at PNC Park that are open all year round: • Diamond Pizza • Atria’s Restaurant and Tavern • Dominic’s Deli MLB Greening Initiative • In 2008 Major League Baseball commissioner, Bud Selig, launched the MLB Greening Initiative. • With the new MLB initiative the Pirates launched their ‘Let’s Go Bucs. Let’s Go Green.’ program in 2008 focusing on: • Recycling • Conservation • Education Before Let’s Go Bucs. Let’s Go Green. • • • • • No set recycling programs All trash went into landfill Millions of bottles were being thrown away each year Fryer oils collected and disposed of Cardboard and wooden pallets were the only recycled items Recycling • Recycling program started in 2008 at PNC Park • Contour bottles were placed throughout ballpark • All bottles are collected and recycled • Cardboard continues to be recycled as started in 2001 • “Green Team” created for collecting and separating recyclable items Recycling Results • Aluminum • 2008 – 5,913 pounds • 2009 – 9 Tons • 2010 – 10.3 Tons • 2011 – 17.7 Tons • 2012 – 25 Tons • 2013 – 43.7 Tons • Plastic • 2008 – 33,547 Pounds • 2009 – 34.3 Tons • 2010 – 21.2 Tons • 2011 – 23.2 Tons • 2012 – 54 Tons • 2013 – 60.8 Tons Recycling Results • Cardboard • 2008 – 193 Tons • 2009 – 89.1 Tons • 2010 – 101.1 Tons • 2011 – 151.1 Tons • 2012 – 130 Tons • 2013 – 135.3 Tons • Glass • 2008 – 870 Pounds • 2009 – 2.6 Tons • 2010 – 24.9 Tons • 2011 – 74.5 Tons • 2012 – 66 Tons • 2013 – 80.8 Tons Recycling Results • Other recycled Materials: • 2008 • Mixed Paper – 3.61 Tons • Fryer Oils – 20,100 Gallons • 2009 • Mixed Paper – 8.7 Tons • Fryer Oils – 16.5 Tons • Wood – 39.7 Tons • 2011 • Mixed Paper – 10.4 Tons • Fryer Oils – 23.6 Tons • Wood – 96.8 Tons • 2010 • Mixed Paper – 11.8 Tons • Fryer Oils – 11.2 Tons • Wood – 61.5 Tons • 2012 • Mixed Paper – 25.9 Tons • Fryer Oils – 17 Tons • 2013 • Mixed Paper – 45.6 Tons • Fryer Oils – 39.1 Tons • Other Metals – 7.2 Tons • Other Recyclables – 77.4 Tons Paper Usage/Printing Paper: Printing: • All paper used is more environmentally • The Pirates print the club's various friendly. publications in soy‐based ink on • Toilet paper is made from 100% recycled FSC certified paper, including: • Game Day Program materials • Annual Pirates Yearbook • Restroom hand towels are made from • Annual Community Report 45% recycled materials. • Pirates Media Guide • All of the team's office paper, including • PNC Park's A to Z Guide copy paper, team stationary and business cards are made from 30‐percent post‐ consumer paper. Paper Totals: • 2009 – 8.7 Tons • 2010 – 11.8 Tons • 2011 – 10.4 Tons • 2012 – 25.9 Tons • 2013 – 45.6 Tons Energy and Resource Reduction • Before 2008, only the most rudimentary efforts were in place. • Low Flow toilets (1.6 gpf) and urinals (1 gpf) • Push‐button faucets • Low‐flow aerators – typically 2 gpm, ours are 1gpm • All fan and cooling units are on variable frequency drives • In recent years, initiatives in power and water reduction have reduced the carbon footprint of the ballpark and saved the organization hundreds of thousands of dollars. Water Conservation • • Hydration station – cuts down on plastic waste and water waste. Saved 40,071 bottles to date, which could stretch for 7 miles Reduced pressure washing operations by 1 gpm and installed credit meters Energy Conservation • • • • • • Use of MicroLight lighting control system to maximize efficiency Relamped over 7000 fixtures with energy efficient bulbs reducing average from 100 watts to 25 watts Installation of occupancy sensors in most rooms Installation of timers on walk‐in coolers Conversion of bulk Co2 system to self‐pressurized system Domestic water pumps are shut down post‐season and reduced pressure from the city system is engaged Heating / Cooling • • • • • • Installation of dry coolers allows the use of outside air to cool ice machine instead of chilled water and also eliminates waste water from condensation. Installation of unit that uses warm water from condensers to blow warm air into loading dock space. Addition of separate cooling systems that allow specific offices to cool without running an entire quadrant. Addition of plastic strips to freezer to hold temperature when door is open. Inventoried all refrigerator gaskets in ballpark and replaced those damaged or leaking. Use of economizer cycles to use outdoor air when temperatures permit to heat or cool building. Composting • Composting started in 2009 at PNC Park • At the time, the Pirates were one of only four major league teams to take this step. • This program allows for the collection of organic material, which helps in slowing down the production of methane, a greenhouse gas that is generated when food and organic material decompose in the landfill. Composting • Food Waste • 2009 – 130.7 Tons • 2010 – 259.1 Tons • 2011 – 572.8 Tons • 2012 – 646.7 Tons • 2013 – 1041.3 Tons • Yard Waste • 2009 – 41.7 Tons • 2010 – 42.5 Tons • 2011 – 58.9 Tons • 2012 – 32.6 Tons • 2013 – 39.9 Tons Concessionaire Initiatives • Most non‐biodegradable materials have been eliminated in the utensils, plates, napkins and food carriers. • Now both companies use compostable materials in their products. • The cups used at PNC Park are recyclable, and the Coke cups are compostable. Rock and Wrap it Up • In partnership with concessionaires ARAMARK and Levy, the Pirates also support Rock and Wrap it Up! Inc. • Rather than being thrown away, prepared but untouched food is donated to the Greater Pittsburgh Community Food Bank. • Served 2,800 Meals During 2013 Season Diversion Rate 90.0% 85.0% 80.0% 61.0% 60.0% 50.0% • 2009 – 35.7% 65.0% • 2010 – 44.7% • 2011 – 61% 44.7% • 2012 – 65% 35.7% 40.0% 30.0% • 2008 – 27% 71.4% 70.0% • Diversion Rates: • 2013 – 71.4% 27.0% • 2014 Goal – 85% 20.0% 10.0% Diversion Rates 0.0% 2008 2009 2010 2011 2012 2013 2014 Goal Green Cleaning • • • • • • • • • • Green Works® Naturally Derived Cleaners ‐ Made with biodegradable cleaning ingredients such as coconuts, essential oils and corn. Micro fiber cleaning rags take airborne fibers out of the air Ready to dispense cleaning products in dispensing system to control portions and safety Pro Team vacuums with HEPA filters to reduce airborne fibers Kaivac Machine – Green sealed program that is a no touch cleaning system. Tennant machine carpet extractor – Green sealed equipment Tennant machine scrubbers – Green sealed equipment Green odor control system in selected areas throughout the ballpark. In house laundering of rags and mop heads eliminating heavy metals transferred from others. Flat mop with microfiber mop heads to reduce airborne fibers and ergonomically better for the health and safety of the user. Educational Outreach Memberships & Awards: • Member of “Waste Wise” through Environmental Protection Agency • Member of “Energy Star” through Environmental Protection Agency • Member of “Green Sports Alliance” • Member of Pittsburgh 2030 District • Member of “PROP” – Professional Recyclers of Pennsylvania • Renewable Energy Certificates 2009, 2010, 2011, 2012 & 2013 • MLB Greening Committee through Major League Baseball The Pittsburgh Pirates and AgRecycle • The Pittsburgh Pirates partnered with AgRecycle in 2009. • AgRecycle was the best option for the Pirates in regards to composting. Let’s Go Bucs. Let’s Go Green.
