We support, certify and celebrate responsibly produced events that make a difference
Sport moves us. Sport brings together people from all walks of life. Sporting events are celebratory community gatherings. Sport in its many forms is an ideal platform to help create and exemplify a healthier society, economy and environment. We all have a role to play.
The Council for Responsible Sport (CRS) announced today (Wednesday, 6 September) that the 2023 TCS London Marathon has been awarded Gold certification following a comprehensive assessment of its approach to social and environmental impacts.
Indianapolis Motor Speedway (IMS), home to the largest single-day sporting event in the world, the Indianapolis 500 presented by Gainbridge, is the first sport facility to achieve organizational certification through the Council for Responsible Sport.
The Eugene RiverFront Festival received Evergreen level certification for its sustainability effort.
The Quaker State 400 Presented by Walmart becomes the second NASCAR event to earn this distinction.
Blue Strike Environmental creates scalable programs for events and organizations of all sizes, lowering barriers so that more people can start their sustainability journey.
In part one of a two-part series, the Council got the chance to sit down with Blue Strike’s Director of Special Events, Alex Baxter.
This is the nonprofit’s first responsible sport certification, earned by demonstrating adherence to robust standards for social and environmental responsibility and verified by an independent third-party.