Mercedes-Benz Stadium, future home of the National Football League’s Atlanta Falcons and Major League Soccer’s Atlanta United, is going green.
The White House Office of Science and Technology Policy is taking notice, praising and recognizing the sustainability efforts of the stadium last week. In a push to achieve the LEED Platinum certification, the Atlanta Falcons are constructing their upcoming venue with the environment in mind and are on the path to have the first NFL and MLS stadium to earn that distinction.
“From inception, Arthur Blank challenged us to make Mercedes-Benz Stadium one of the most sustainable buildings in sports,” Mercedes-Benz Stadium general manager Scott Jenkins said in a statement, referring to the Falcons’ owner.