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Boysen Memorial 2025 – Post-Event Sustainability Report Summary

Published: [11.7.2025]
Event Date: July 2nd, 2025
Venue: Bislett Stadium, Oslo, Norway

Sustainability Commitments Delivered

Boysen Memorial 2025 was held with strong environmental and social responsibility at the core. Our approach was guided by the Athletics for a Better World Sustainable Event Standard, targeting Bronze Level Certification, and implementing the following key actions:

  •  Sustainability lead appointed: Sebastian Marrot from was officially assigned responsibility for sustainability.
  • Public transport prioritization: All accommodated athletes received tickets to the Airport Express train and Oslo public transport system. Spectator communications emphasized green travel options.
  • Minimized procurement – “Keep it simple”: Only essential products were purchased. We reused existing resources (e.g., water, muffins, volunteer t-shirts, signage, sponsor materials) and avoided unnecessary branded items.
  • Electric vehicle usage: Our logistics and equipment transport were handled using an electric vehicle provided in partnership with Hyundai.
  • Waste reduction and reuse: Holmenkollstafetten refillable water bottles were reused. Real plates from the stadium kitchen were used with some recyclable plates. Used banners and unbranded t-shirts were reused. Waste was sorted using Bislett’s existing systems.
  • Vegan/vegetarian meals for crew: To reduce environmental impact, only vegetarian options were offered to staff and volunteers.
  • Water refill station for all: We offered a water sanitation station at the stadium for easy bottle refilling, reducing single-use plastic.

Reduced Athlete Flight Travel – Key Highlights

  • Recruitment limited to the closest countries to reduce total air travel distance.
  • Average flight distance per international athlete was reduced compared to previous editions.
  • Over 80% of international athletes came from within Scandinavia and nearby Northern/Western Europe.
  • Encouraged travel by train and car for regional participants.
  •  CO₂ emissions from athlete flights were significantly lower than if athletes from all around the world could join Boysen Memorial.
  • This approach aligns with World Athletics’ sustainability strategy and strengthens Oslo’s local environmental goals.

Stakeholder Engagement

We maintained ongoing communication with partners via email, phone, meetings, and shared planning documents. Confirmed sustainability actions included:

  • Hyundai: Provided EVs and co-promoted their climate commitment.
  • Scandic Solli: Hosted athletes at walking distance and supported low-carbon travel messaging.
  • Mizuno: Agreed to reuse t-shirts from surplus stock – reducing new production.
  • Vitamin Well: Confirmed use of recycled packaging and renewable energy logistics.
  • Bislettalliansen: Provided infrastructure for waste sorting, environmental screens and signage.

Communication Channels Used

  • Event website: Shared sustainability goals, public transport information, and updates before and after the event, as well as much other information.
  • Social media: Highlighted green actions such as EVs, low-carbon travel, and reuse initiatives, and same articles as on the website.
  • Press release & newsletter: Recap sent to stakeholders post-event.
  • On-site messaging: Screens, posters and announcements promoting air quality, waste sorting, public transport, and hydration station, and HC entrance.

Looking Ahead to 2026

  • Improve data collection on awareness and engagement.
  • Consider athlete ambassadors to amplify sustainability messaging further.

This post-event summary is shared on our event website.