The City is implementing Green Goal 2010, the official 2010 FIFA World Cup™ greening programme that aims to make the event as environmentally friendly as possible. The programme incorporates sustainable development principles into every aspect of the event.

Objectives:

• Building a 2010 Green Goal Programme in conjunction with Provincial Government Western Cape, including developing the necessary capacity resources.
• Ensuring sustainable procurement and construction in relation to the planning and development of stadia, urban park and other precinct facilities (Eco-efficiency).
• Planning and developing appropriate landscaping and biodiversity measures.
• Facilitating an integrated waste management programme for 2010 (in conjunction with Solid Waste Department).
• Coordinating 2010 Event Greening Communications programme, including a monitoring and evaluation programme for 2010 in synergy with national-level programmes.
• Developing and implementing Green Ratings Programme for hospitality industry.
• Developing appropriate environmental interventions in support of sustainable transport.
• Facilitating appropriate sustainable tourism interventions.

For further information, visit the Green Goal website or contact:

Mr Stephen Granger (Manager: Major Programmes and Projects)
Tel: +27 (0)21 487 2236
Fax: +27 (0)21 487 2255
E-mail: stephen.granger@capetown.gov.za

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