GreenTennis

Tennis Europe is a leading participant in ‘GreenTennis,’ a pioneering new initiative from Erasmus+.

As part of the ‘Tennis for a Greener Future’ project, the European Tennis Association will link up with 8 other organisations for a three-year scheme which aims to address the environmental impact of the sport by implementing sustainable practices across the tennis ecosystem, including at National Tennis Centres and at events of all levels.

Introducing the scheme in late 2024, Tennis Europe Vice-President Cem Tinaz commented, "We are thrilled to lead the "Tennis for a Greener Future" project, which addresses the urgent need for environmental sustainability. Tennis, with its global popularity, presents a unique opportunity to inspire eco-friendly practices and create a lasting impact. By working closely with our key partners, we will maximize our efforts to reduce the sport's environmental footprint and set new standards for sustainability in tennis. Our goal is to transform tennis into a leading example of how sports can drive meaningful environmental change."

Joining Tennis Europe in the venture, which is co-funded by the European Union, are the Hungarian Tennis Association (HUN), Centenary Tennis Clubs (SUI), Fundacion Universitaria San Antonio (ESP), Stfitelsen We Play Green (NOR), AIforLives GmbH (GER), Mobile Adventure (POL) and Collective Innovation AS (NOR).

Update: 28.11.2024
While work is due to commence in January 2025, a lively kickoff meeting was held on 28th November 2024, during which the organisations involved were able to introduce themselves and to already agree on principles such as a focus on education and to properly equip participating venues and organisations with the information and resources necessary to promote sustainable practices.

Further updates will be posted here as the project progresses.