As thousands of runners get ready to hit the streets of New York City at the United Airlines NYC Half, NYRR will be rolling out several sustainability initiatives during race week and on race day. We are committed to minimizing the environmental impact of our events and facilities and work hard to embed sustainability in all that we do. New York Road Runners also commits to net zero emissions by 2040 and to be a leader in sports sustainability.
During Race Week
On Race Day
- The four pace cars for the race will be fully electric Volvo XC40 Recharge vehicles and the two support cars will be Volvo plug-in hybrid XC90 Recharge vehicles.
- The 25,000+ finisher medals are made in the U.S.A. from 100% recycled steel and for the first time ever, the finisher medal ribbons are made from PET recycled material.
- Discarded runner clothing at the start area will be collected and donated to All of Us Clothing. Last year, 26,500 pounds of…
