01-06-2025
How the Kansas City Chiefs Are Tackling Sustainability
Dominic Manzo, 4ocean Content Producer
Welcome back to Can Business Save the Planet?, hosted by Alex Schulze. In this episode, Alex sits down with Brandon Hamilton, the Kansas City Chiefs' Vice President of Stadium Operations and Facilities. With a background in geology and geography and over a decade in construction, Brandon has spent 15 seasons leading the Chiefs toward sustainability.
The discussion explores the challenges of making sports venues greener, from managing game-day waste to reducing energy use. Brandon highlights the Chiefs’ Extra Yard for the Environment initiative, launched in 2011, which focuses on waste diversion, energy efficiency, and community engagement through efforts like recycling drives and pollinator habitats.
Key insights include the role of innovation and collaboration in sustainability, with technologies like waste sorters and biodigesters helping reduce the stadium’s footprint. Brandon also emphasizes the importance of industry standards and government regulations in driving widespread change.
Tune in to this inspiring episode to learn how the Chiefs are making a difference and discover practical ways businesses can contribute to a more sustainable future. Don’t forget to like, subscribe, and share your feedback. Listen now and join the movement for a healthier planet.
