Climate Pledge Arena
A sports and entertainment venue in Seattle, WA, and the world's first Zero Carbon Certified arena, hosting approximately 175 events annually.
Climate Pledge Arena is a sports and entertainment venue located in Seattle, Washington. Originally built for the 1962 Seattle World's Fair, the facility was redeveloped and reopened in 2021 with a specific focus on environmental responsibility. It holds the distinction of being the world's first arena to achieve Zero Carbon Certification.
The venue hosts a wide array of events, from professional sports to live music and entertainment, staging approximately 175 events each year. Its operations are governed by a progressive sustainability program, positioning it as a leader in large-scale environmental stewardship within the live events industry.
The arena's name references The Climate Pledge, an initiative founded by Amazon and Global Optimism that challenges organizations to reach net-zero carbon emissions by 2040. This alignment underscores the venue's operational commitment to climate action and carbon neutrality.