Building a sustainable future and caring for the environment are core values at M&T Bank Stadium. Through hands-on volunteering and participation in a wide range of projects and programs, the stadium team is committed to operating with eco-friendly mindfulness and serving as an environmental steward within the Baltimore community.
The Baltimore Ravens, in partnership with the Maryland Stadium Authority (MSA), have earned a LEED-certified "Gold" designation for M&T Bank Stadium from the U.S. Green Building Council (USGBC). (LEED is Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design. LEED strives to deliver energy- and water-efficient, healthy, environmentally-friendly, cost-saving buildings, homes and communities.) M&T Bank Stadium becomes the first existing outdoor professional sports facility in the United States – including all NFL and Major League Baseball stadiums – to receive USGBC's Gold rating. A LEED certification is recognized across the globe as the premier mark of achievement in green building.
Beginning in 2026, through the installation of approximately 1,000 solar panels atop stadium roofs, M&T Bank Stadium will be partially powered by solar energy to lower carbon emissions. All energy generated from the panels will feed directly into the stadium, supporting sustainability goals while reducing energy costs.
Through compostable and waste diversion initiatives, the Ravens are reducing their carbon footprint and have committed to greener operations at both the Under Armour Performance Center and M&T Bank Stadium. The organization has installed compost collection points and water bottle refill stations, donated over five tons of food scraps and transitioned to a majority of compostable plates and flatware to minimize waste from daily and gameday operations.
The Ravens host ongoing “trash talk” trainings to engage staff on recycling and composting programs for all different roles, including kitchen staff, suite attendants and concessions workers. In partnership with the Mayor’s Office for African American Male Engagement, the Ravens developed a program to educate Baltimore youth and young adults on waste separation and diversion in tailgating lots at M&T Bank Stadium.
Mundea is a Baltimore-based sustainability company that provides integrated waste management services for commercial organizations, including trash, recycling, and compost collection. The company helps businesses reduce costs and environmental impact through streamlined, eco-friendly waste solutions.
Reduction in Motion is a sustainability consulting firm that helps organizations reduce waste, improve recycling systems, and develop zero-waste programs through audits, on-site support, and employee engagement strategies.
RTS (Recycle Track Systems) is a technology-driven waste and recycling management company that helps businesses streamline operations, improve waste diversion, and achieve sustainability goals. The company provides data-backed services including waste collection coordination, recycling programs, and ESG reporting across large commercial portfolios.
Up Top Acres is an urban agriculture company that designs, builds, and maintains rooftop and ground-level farms and gardens on commercial and residential buildings. The company transforms underutilized urban spaces into productive green infrastructure that supports local food production, community engagement, and sustainability goals.
Veteran Compost is a veteran-owned organics recycling company that collects food scraps from homes and businesses and transforms them into high-quality compost and soil products. The company operates in the Mid-Atlantic region and focuses on sustainability, waste diversion, and providing employment opportunities for military veterans.
ABM is a leading facility services company that provides commercial janitorial and cleaning solutions for a wide range of industries, including stadiums, airports, offices, and healthcare facilities. The company delivers customized cleaning programs focused on maintaining safe, clean, and sustainable environments, often integrating technology and sustainability standards such as LEED.
The Maryland Stadium Authority is a state agency responsible for planning, financing, building, and managing sports and entertainment facilities across Maryland, including M&T Bank Stadium. The organization also oversees major public infrastructure and redevelopment projects that support economic development, community revitalization, and civic improvement throughout the state.