On May 22, 2010, the University of California San Diego Triathlon Team will host the 2nd annual Grove Run, a 100 percent Sustainable 5k Run and Walk. In 2009 the Grove Run was honored to be one of the most sustainable races ever documented, and was also the first certified sustainable race in Southern California and the first sustainable race hosted by a collegiate triathlon team.
USCD has been focused on sustainability issues for decades, dating back to the late 1950s when UCSD researcher Dr. Charles David Keeling developed a tool to measure carbon dioxide levels in the atmosphere. They continue this dedication with this “all green” race, which features a sustainable clothing exchange, Greenest Athlete Competition, scenic course through the UCSD eucalyptus grove, renewable energy power and local organic food.
The Triathlon Team is aware that global warming, resource exploitation and short-term thinking are endangering our lifestyle and our communities, and that most organized sporting events are not planned with long-term impacts in mind. The Grove Run changes how these types of races will be run in the future. (Read up here on some other races that aim to be eco-friendly as well.)
To help contribute to a more sustainable world by participating in the Grove Run at UCSD’s Spanos Track, register here, and do your body–and the environment–good.
[Via: Global Patriot]
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