Citi Field, the New York Mets' $800-million new ballpark in the borough of Queens, was designed using the latest green technologies and methods, according to Jeff Wilpon, team chief operating officer, New York City Mayor Michael Bloomberg and U.S. Environmental Protection Agency Alan Steinberg.
"In developing and construction Citi Field, we set out to create a world-class environment that would be fan-friendly and environmentally friendly," Wilpon said.
In order to control storm water runoff flows, the ballpark's 65,000 sq ft of porous pavers will absorb rainfall, as will a 3,500-sq-ft drainage bed in the commuter bus parking lot across the street. A green roof atop the administration building is currently under consideration to decrease runoff and energy needs. Hands-free faucers, toilet flush-o-meters and waterless urinals within the stadium will help the Mets conserve more than 4 million gal of water annually.
Citi Field also features 95 percent recycled steel and will use recycled coal combustion products instead of newly manufactured portland cement.
The Mets will begin playing in the new 45,000-capacity stadium on opening day of the 2009 baseball season.
Source: Environment News Service
