Fans are encouraged to wear green to the March 24 game in support of NHL Green™ and the movement toward a healthier planet. In partnership with Metro Transit, fans are encouraged to take a free trip on public transportation to and from the game (valid two hours before and after the game with a pre-printed voucher available
here
).
Fans are also encouraged to share how they "Go Green" by using #NHLGreen on social media. From 11 a.m. CT on Saturday, March 24, through the end of the second period, fans that post a photo of themselves wearing green using #NHLGreen and @XcelEnergyCtr to Twitter will be entered to win a green Wild jersey autographed by forward Charlie Coyle.
Through a commitment to sustainability, the Wild organization and the venues it manages strive to be a top green destination in the sports, entertainment and events industry. Its complex is the only in the world to be certified by LEED, Green Globes and APEX/ASTM. The Wild organization and its campus is at the forefront of environmentally friendly practices, including recycling and compost programs, and the use of solar and wind power. To learn more, visit
xcelenergycenter.com/sustainability
.
Since its launch in 2010, NHL Green™ has been committed to promoting green business practices across the League as well as preserving the environment, including the frozen ponds that inspired and cultivated the game more than 100 years ago.
In March, all 31 NHL Clubs will lead a variety of sustainability initiatives in their local markets, including hosting a 'Green Night' home game dedicated to environmental awareness. All NHL Clubs are members of the Green Sports Alliance, a nonprofit organization committed to promoting healthy, sustainable communities through the power of sports.
Minnesota will play its first-ever game in Las Vegas tomorrow, visiting the Vegas Golden Knights at 9:30 p.m. CT on FOX Sports North and KFAN 100.3 F.M.