REGreen - Launching a More Sustainable Future
VISION
In ten years, sustainability will be second nature for REG.
As the transformative leader in sustainability, Rocket Arena will thrive socially, environmentally and economically.
Sustainability is ensuring the well-being of our community by investing in environmental stewardship, social impact, innovation and economic activity.
FOCUS
Materials Management
- Minimize incoming materials
- Reduce landfill waste
- Enhance sustainable sourcing
Responsible Resource Stewardship
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Advance energy conservation and efficiency
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Responsibly manage fresh water resources
Revenue Generation and Partnerships
- Lead the industry in sustainable business practices
- Be the preferred venue for sustainability
- Grow sustainability focused corporate partnerships
Engagement and Education
- Share our sustainability story with the industry, community and beyond
- Educate all team members on our sustainability strategy
- Increase fan awareness of our sustainability efforts
- Influence fan behavior towards sustainable choices
- Enhance partnerships through fan and community engagement
ROCKET ARENA BY THE NUMBERS
2025-2026 SEASON
Composting
All back-of-house food waste is composted. This season Rocket Arena composted over 163 tons of food waste from July 1, 2025 - June 30, 2026. That is an increase of over 80% from last season!
Landfill Diversion
Rocket Arena is actively working to reduce waste sent to landfill through recycling, composting, reuse and other waste reduction efforts. This season, the arena achieved a 34.3% landfill diversion rate, up from 20% last season.
Specialty Recycling
Rock Entertainment Group and Rocket Arena recycle materials such as electronic waste, old equipment made from mixed metals, batteries, lightbulbs, through a certified-ITAD partner. All materials are recycled safely in the United States with Universal Recycling Technologies.
Sustainable Retail Efforts
For two seasons, the Cleveland Cavaliers released a limited-edition retail collection made from fully traceable organic cotton and manufactured right here in Cleveland, Ohio.
Made in Cleveland.
By Clevelanders.
For Clevelanders.
Bamboo Retail Bags
All Center Court locations offer retail bags made from 100% bamboo. The new retail bags are crafted from 100% FSC Certified Bamboo, a renewable resource that serves as a sustainable alternative to traditional paper and cardboard. Bamboo is a fast-growing grass that produces 35% more oxygen while absorbing up to six times more CO2 than an equivalent stand of pine trees. These bags are water-resistant, stiff, and sturdy, ensuring they can handle various products while maintaining their integrity.
Bamboo is chosen for its remarkable environmental benefits. It can be harvested without harming the roots, allowing it to regrow quickly. This rapid growth process makes bamboo exceptionally efficient at removing carbon dioxide from the atmosphere, outperforming trees by up to six times. Additionally, bamboo thrives in poor soils with minimal irrigation and pesticides, making it an ideal sustainable choice.
Center Court invites all visitors and customers to join in embracing this sustainable initiative. These bags are not only recyclable but also compostable, providing a complete lifecycle that aligns with our commitment to environmental stewardship. Fans are encouraged to reuse these bags whenever possible and then recycle or compost them at the end of their life.
GOAL
Rocket Arena is a member of GOAL - Green Operations and Advanced Leadership, a support network that promotes sustainability in sports, music and entertainment.
In 2026, we received thirty GOAL Medals in recognition of the venue’s sustainability and social impact work:
8 Gold Medals, including recognition in the following categories:
- Promote Health & Wellness for Employees
- Prioritize Diverse Suppliers in Procurement
- Set Sustainability Strategy & Goals
10 Silver Medals, including recognition in the following categories:
- Increase Waste Diversion by Recycling
- Increase Waste Diversion by Composting
- Develop & Deploy Waste Management Plan
12 Bronze Medals, including recognition in the following categories:
- Increase Energy Efficiency
- Prioritize Sanitation & Green Cleaning
- Equip Staff with Sustainability Training
GREEN SPORTS ALLIANCE
The Cleveland Cavaliers and Rocket Arena are proud members of the Green Sports Alliance. GSA is a nonprofit membership organization “leveraging the cultural and market influence of sports to promote healthy, sustainable communities where we work, live and play.” The Cavs contributed to the GSA Revenue Generation Playbook. You can find the Cleveland Cavaliers and Rocket Arena Case Study on pages 16-17. We are also featured in the Sustainable Apparel Playbook on page 31.
SUSTAINABILITY SQUAD
Rock Entertainment Group/Rocket Arena Sustainability Squad is a Team Member led committee focused on integrating sustainability throughout the organization. With over 20 Team Members from teams across REG, the Squad contributes to arena sustainability strategy, vision, operations, team member engagement and more.
Co-Chaired by Hansen Coseo, Director, Procurement & Project Services, and Danielle Doza, Vice President, Sustainability
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WE DON'T DO IT ALONE.
Rocket Arena Sustainability Partnerships:
WM
WM is an extension of Rocket Arena’s sustainability team, helping to transform operations across the organization. WM is the waste hauler for Rocket Arena and the Sustainability Advisory Services works closely with the venue’s team to advance sustainability in the arena and the Northeast Ohio community. Together, Rocket Arena and WM are driving sustainability in Cleveland and beyond.
Kimberly-Clark
This partnership marks the first deployment of Onvation® Smart Restroom Technology in Cleveland—driven by the shared commitment to sustainability, innovation and fan experience. Onvation® technology enables real-time restroom monitoring and data-driven insights, reducing waste and helping the Cavs and Rocket Arena environmental services team ensure cleanliness and efficiency for guests at every event by notifying the team when supplies are running low.
ENGIE
ENGIE powers game days with clean, renewable energy by providing Renewable Energy Credits for 50% of the electricity at Rocket Arena. As an Official Sustainability Partner, ENGIE is supporting the Cavs in our commitment to being responsible stewards of our environmental resources. ENGIE sponsors the first of its kind "Steals for Sustainability" program with the Cleveland Cavaliers. For every steal at a home Cavs game, ENGIE will donate a Renewable Energy Credit (REC) to a community partner. Together, we are promoting renewable energy and supporting a more sustainable healthier community.