The 2023 ACC Sports Sustainability Conference will be hosted by the University of Virginia in Charlottesville, Virginia from June 21-23, 2023.
This conference is an opportunity to learn about, unite and leverage strengths in athletics, academics and sustainability programs in the ACC. It is designed for representatives of athletics, sustainability, facilities departments and students from each ACC member school.
ON THE AGENDA:
21
WED
JUNE
5:00 - 8:00 PM
Check-in, Conference Networking Reception
22
THURS
JUNE
8:30 - 9:00 AM
9:00 - 11:00 AM
12:15 - 1:45 PM
2:00 - 5:30 PM
Check-in, Morning Coffee Networking
Welcome by UVA Athletics, Morning Session, Scott Stadium Tour
Lunch & Networking
Athletics Precinct Tour, Afternoon Session
23
FRI
JUNE
8:30 - 9:00 AM
9:00 AM - 12:00 PM
12:00 - 1:00 PM
1:00 - 2:30 PM
Check-in, Morning Coffee Networking
Morning Session, Roundtable Discussions
Lunch & Networking, Conference Close
Campus Tour (Optional)
*This agenda is still evolving. A detailed schedule will be available in June.
PREVIOUS EVENTS
2022 Workshop Series
Gameday Experiences Workshop
Wednesday, October 19 1:00 pm - 2:00 pm
Learn how ACC institutions are greening their gameday to impact people, planet and future through innovative sports sustainability practices.
This virtual event will feature 3-minute lightning presentations from the University of Louisville, University of Miami, Syracuse University, University of Virginia and NC State University.
Topics will include sustainability-related activations, fan communications, tailgating, composting and more. Time for discussions and the opportunity to “bring your own problem” during breakout sessions will also occur.
2022 Workshop Series
Sports Sustainability and
Higher Education
Wednesday, June 22 1:00 pm- 2:00 pm
Learn how higher education institutions are addressing climate change through sports. Sponsored by the ACC Sports Sustainability Team, this virtual event will feature Dr. Jonathan Casper of NC State University Parks, Recreation and Tourism Management speaking on sports sustainability research plus breakout sessions to explore:
- How to start a sports sustainability team on your campus
- How to involve students and fans around sports sustainability
- How you can access the ACC Sports Sustainability network and resources
- Your best practices, resources and tips for sports sustainability
