Dortmund introduces glass ban: clean and safe at the stadium!

Dortmund introduces glass ban: clean and safe at the stadium!

At the Westfalenstadion in Dortmund, an important innovation is introduced, which is intended to improve both security and cleanliness around the stadium. On home games of the BVB, a glass ban now applies, which is supported by the installation of 19 permanently installed waste stations. These stations are located along the Strobelallee and the goal of facilitating glass bottles and reducing environmental pollution. The regulatory office and the EDG waste company have developed the new stations to create a more sustainable and hygienic solution.

In the past, mobile garbage containers were used, which had to be set up and dismantled every match day. This is no longer necessary with the new waste stations, which are also referred to as trash garages. These robust metal stations have openings for throw -in on all four sides and are designed in such a way that they enable easy emptying by garbage collection vehicles. They contain a 240-liter container that designs the disposal more convenient and efficient. The stations also bear the note "game day = glass -free", which is reminiscent of the existing glass ban and supports its compliance.

focus on security and sustainability

The glass ban was introduced by the city of Dortmund to ensure security during the games. Dr. Christian Hockenjos, Director Organization at Borussia Dortmund, expressed a positive comment on the new waste stations and sees them as a step to improve urban sovereignty, especially on game -free days. "The measure is intended to increase security and protect the environment," FAT works together with Borussia Dortmund.

The topic of sustainability also plays a growing role in the context of football. Football clubs worldwide are increasingly recognizing their responsibility for environmentally conscious action. More and more stages are implementing environmentally friendly technologies and logistics to minimize their ecological footprint. For example, the Mercedes-Benz Stadium in Atlanta was the first stadium to receive the Leed Platin Certification for Sustainability, which we can see as an example of the urgently required integration of environmental awareness in sport.

Other measures such as recycling programs, avoiding disposable products or the use of renewable energies are just a few approaches that are pursued by various football clubs. For example, Borussia Dortmund relies on the reduction of plastic waste by introducing reusable cups and cutlery and promotes sustainable stadium culture through comprehensive waste management.

The new waste stations on the Signal Iduna Park are not just progress in waste management, they are part of a larger trend towards environmentally friendly and sustainable practices in football. The creation of a positive stadium experience for the fans goes hand in hand with a responsible handling of resources and the commitment to the environment.