AFL Toyota Premiership 2011

Toyota

Pursuing sustainable manufacturing

Toyota's sustainable vision is evident in not only in the cars it makes, but also across the vehicle lifecycle, including production sites and the manufacturing processes. It is moving ahead with the challenge of making the entire manufacturing process sustainable.

The first step is expanding the number of sustainable plants. Under the concept of creating plants that can use nature and exist in harmony with the natural environment, many of Toyota’s production plants will be made more sustainable by employing natural energy sources such as solar and wind power and through environmental preservation by planting native and other compatible flora around production sites. Energy conservation and resource saving activities are also being implemented, so that plants can continue sustainable operation for at least 100 years.

In addition, the Toyota Production System, which has been cultivated for over 70 years, eliminates waste, inconsistencies and unreasonable requirements. It is a sustainable production system that employs material and human resources as efficiently as possible and maintains high product quality.

Toyota Hybrid Synergy Drive

Toyota’s Hybrid Synergy Drive is the core technology at the heart of Toyota’s hybrid model range. Exclusive to Toyota, Hybrid Synergy Drive guarantees performance without compromise and is the smart choice when making a hybrid purchase.

Toyota has refined the 3rd Generation Hybrid Synergy Drive to create a lighter, more efficient system. The all new 3rd Generation Prius uses both a petrol engine and an electric motor and switches seamlessly between the two or uses them simultaneously to deliver the best performance for any condition. The result? Lower emissions and up to 50% better fuel economy than a similarly sized conventional petrol vehicle.

As a word leader in hybrid technology Toyota is proud to support the AFL’s Green Game.

www.toyota.com.au

Turf Project

As a result of the ongoing climate change challenge, the AFL and Cricket Australia have released the criteria for artificial turf to be developed, suitable for use on drought affected community grounds. The two sporting codes have validated and endorsed the use of synthetic turf as a replacement of natural turf grounds affected by climate change and water restrictions.

Synthetic turf is designed for use in adverse climate conditions and provides for double the usage of natural turf increasing game/training time and providing greater flexibility of use for clubs and competitions. The turf system also creates water catchment and water harvesting opportunities reducing water consumption needs and redirecting rainfall to the surrounding environment.

The use of synthetic turf on drought affected grounds increases the availability of facilities, providing a hub for the community as well as the benefits to individuals’ health and well being. The increased availability of rounds will also support increased participation and game development.

The AFL and Cricket Australia have an obligation to provide a safe environment, ensure surface playability and product integrity. A Technical Advisory Sub-Committee has been appointed to continually review testing apparatus and methods, performance criteria and standards.

The AFL is now working with a local councils and has identified the first ground that will be laid with the synthetic turf product. We have commissioned a Life Cycle Assessment to better understand the complex environmental trade-offs between natural and synthetic turf in an Australian context.

Before turf development

After turf development

Origin Energy

Origin is providing 100% GreenPower for the 2010 Toyota AFL Grand Final at the MCG by matching into the grid 100% of the estimated amount of energy used on Toyota AFL Grand Final Day by the MCG with electricity from accredited GreenPower sources.

Origin will provide 25% GreenPower to the other eight Toyota AFL Finals Series matches – helping to reduce the environmental impact of Australia’s favourite game that little bit more.

Since 2006, Origin and the AFL have offset 105,000 tonnes of greenhouse gas emissions generated from AFL House, the NAB Cup, Toyota Premiership Season and Finals Series matches.

Origin invests, explores for and generates renewable energy – like geothermal ‘hot rock’ technology, that converts heat from beneath the earth’s surface into a clean form of electricity.

Origin has helped Australians, young and old, learn how to use less energy more safely too.

Its School Education Programs has taught thousands of kids how to use energy safely and wisely, and has made energy efficiency advice available to almost every Australian online at www.energyinstitute.com.au  

With the number of customer accounts on Origin GreenPower and Green Gas at half a million and growing, Origin is Australia’s number one green energy provider.

www.originenergy.com.au

Government

Department of Climate Change and Energy Efficiency

Stadiums

ANZ Stadium

ANZ Stadium has a number of environmental initiatives set in place including water harvesting, recycling, energy efficiency.

MCG

MCC and Epicure will be offering a Green Menu, the 100 Mile Menu. The concept of the menu is that all ingredients used where possible will be local produce sourced within a 100 mile (161km) radius of the MCG, thus reducing the transportation of food products and resulting in a lighter carbon footprint. The average distance travelled for each dish will be calculated and highlighted on the menu.

Etihad Stadium

Etihad Stadium is committed to being an environmentally conscious venue and is currently undertaking several projects to minimise its impact on climate change. Moreover, Etihad Stadium Management is continually striving to develop and implement new initiatives to ensure the venue not only fulfils its environmental responsibilities but also maintains its reputation as an industry leader in environmental awareness and policy.

In light of today’s precarious water situation and ensuing State Government-imposed water restrictions, all sporting and entertainment facilities in Victoria are being placed under enormous scrutiny to be prudent with their water use.

Fittingly, Etihad Stadium has entered into a relationship with City West Water (CCW) to curb its water use through harvesting storm water from the venue’s famous retractable roof. The implementation of this water saving initiative will see large amounts of storm water collected and stored in corrugated iron tanks and then distributed to specific areas throughout the Stadium.

With 17 water tanks through out the venue, Etihad Stadium has the ability to store up to 1 million litres of harvested water at any one time. It is hoped, depending on rainfall, that the venue will harvest between 15 and 20 millions litres per year, greatly reducing the stadium’s reliance on drinking water.

The harvested water will be used throughout Etihad Stadium, including bathrooms, back of house areas and to irrigate the playing field.

Furthermore, the water saving initiative contains a water-recycling component that will enable significant amounts of water used for equipment ‘wash downs’ to be stored, treated and then reused.

Etihad Stadium, now more than ever, is very mindful of its civic responsibility to deliver a business model that is environmentally conscious and sustainable.