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SolarPower Europe and UEFA collaborate on Sustainable Energy in Football

BRUSSELS, Belgium: SolarPower Europe and the Union of European Football Associations (UEFA) have united in a strategic partnership to advance sustainability within the European football community. The collaboration focuses on leveraging renewable energy, specifically solar power, to help UEFA, national football associations, and football clubs reduce their carbon footprints and contribute to a greener, more sustainable future for the sport.

Walburga Hemetsberger, CEO of SolarPower Europe (she/her), said: “Solar and football already energise communities and nations across Europe – they’re a perfect match. We’re proud to take a natural step in working with UEFA to support their 2030 sustainability goals.”

Michele Uva, UEFA’s Director of Social & Environmental Sustainability (he/him), stated: “We aim to enhance sustainable football infrastructure by advancing renewable energy implementation and best practices. This partnership brings valuable expertise to a constantly evolving area of our work.”

As part of a Cooperation Agreement, the partnership will focus on expanding solar power use, facilitating Power Purchase Agreements (PPAs) for long-term renewable energy supply, and hosting a webinar in 2025 to inform national football associations about solar energy and storage options.

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