Thanks to the 2012 Super Bowl Host Committee, we now have a winning strategy. The 1st and Green household challenge encourages fans and non-fans alike to reduce carbon emissions and save water through simple actions like carpooling, taking shorter showers, and turning off the water when brushing your teeth. Though the challenge officially ends when Super Bowl 2012 begins, we hope you’ll incorporate eco-friendly habits well beyond the postgame celebration. The host committee also plans to incorporate several eco-friendly practices that will make Super Bowl 2012 even greener, including multi-source recycling, food rescue, using biodegradable or compostable disposable plates, utensils, and napkins; and opting for electronic communication instead of printed materials when appropriate.

The Super Bowl may be a celebration of all things big (big crowds, big plays, big money spent on commercials), but with your help, we can make its environmental impact a little smaller. Besides, the only thing better than a victory for the home team is a victory for the home team AND the planet!