World-class Estadio AKRON earns LEED Operations & Maintenance Gold | OneFootball

AKRON Stadium continues to establish itself as one of the most important and modern sports venues on the continent, having received the LEED Operations & Maintenance (O+M) Gold certification, one of the most prestigious international distinctions in sustainability and building operations, awarded by the U.S. Green Building Council (USGBC).

Unlike other certifications focused solely on a building’s design or construction, LEED O+M evaluates the performance of buildings that are already in operation, verifying that their daily practices meet international standards for sustainability, efficiency, and continuous improvement.

To obtain this distinction, AKRON Stadium underwent a rigorous evaluation that analyzed multiple pillars of environmental and operational performance, including energy efficiency, water consumption and responsible management, comprehensive waste management, sustainable purchasing, mobility and transportation, indoor environmental quality, sustainable cleaning, facility maintenance, and strategies to reduce carbon emissions.

The focus of this certification goes beyond the building’s physical infrastructure, as it also considers how it is operated and managed on a daily basis. For this reason, aspects such as internal processes, management policies, consumption monitoring, staff training, and the achievement of measurable sustainability results were evaluated.

This recognition is the result of an improvement strategy implemented on the road to the 2026 FIFA World Cup, in which our venue was considered one of the tournament’s top host sites. Among the main actions are the modernization of the pitch under FIFA Quality PRO standards, certification as a Heart-Safe Space, technological upgrades to strengthen the fan experience, the addition of inclusive spaces such as the Sensory Room, improvements to premium areas, and various projects focused on sustainability and operational efficiency.

This prestigious distinction reaffirms Club Deportivo Guadalajara’s commitment to offering modern facilities aligned with the highest international standards, establishing AKRON Stadium as a world-class venue, ready to host events of international stature and elevate the experience of all fans who visit the Home of Mexicans.

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