ATLANTA, GEORGIA
UNITED STATES
FOUNDING MEMBER

State Farm Arena

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[ OVERVIEW ]

Here at State Farm Arena, we are focused on being True to Atlanta and committing to sustainable practices that lessen our environmental footprint.

Venue Details

Event Type

NBA, Concerts

Region

Southeast US

Date of Construction/Open

1999

Gross Square Footage

680,000 square feet

Capacity

17,000

Arena

Facility Type

2025 GOAL Medals

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Recognized achievements for the 2024 calendar year

GOAL Medals recognize measurable sustainability achievements across ten categories. The objectives listed below reflect the progress State Farm Arena demonstrated in the current GOAL Medal cycle, highlighting both operational improvements and areas of leadership across the venue.

A comprehensive sustainability report with categories: Environmental, Social, and Governance. The report includes initiatives on energy and GHG emissions, water efficiency, waste reduction, health and wellness, diversity and inclusion, emergency response, community engagement, guest experience, and partnerships, with specific actions highlighted in colored labels.
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A diverse group of people standing on stage, celebrating at an event called 'Overheated At' with a globe graphic in the background. 
[ HIGHLIGHT ]

Behind the Medals

Engage Performers, Athletes, & Public Figures

State Farm Arena hosted Billie Eilish’s Overheated event, engaging fans around climate action and sustainability.

On-Site Sustainability Team

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Olivia Begalla

Sustainability Manager

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Senior VP, Facilities and Events

Geoffrey Stiles

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Amanda Mann

EVP & Chief Facilities Officer

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Lisa Truitt

Director, Environmental Services

Our Sustainability Dashboard

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Stay up to date with our efforts with our live dashboard

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In the News

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Night view of State Farm Arena with illuminated green structural beams and a glass facade.
Large indoor gymnasium with wooden basketball court and a central logo, surrounded by many seated spectators and some standing. A person in a blue mascot costume and several people pose for a photo at the front. The gym has brick walls, large windows, and stairs leading to an upper level.