Bournemouth to install over 600 solar panels in new partnership
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Bournemouth are set to install over 600 solar panels at their training ground as they look to reduce the club's carbon emissions.
The Cherries have announced a three-year agreement with energy supplier Utilita to become the club's energy and sustainability partner.
The delivery of the solar panels is part of the deal.
The array will be across the main roof and pitch maintenance building, with the club saying it will reduce annual carbon emissions "by 30,000kg, in addition to a cost saving of £1.5m."
The agreement will also see collaboration on a number of campaigns, including a 20-week initiative with the Community Sports Trust to create awareness locally around green energy and solar power.
This development adds to the Cherries' existing initiatives to become more sustainable, which have included reducing plastic waste with introducing reusable cups since 2018-19 and taking part in the Green Football Weekend by encouraging fans to score 'green goals'.
The effects of adverse weather related to climate change has been increasingly felt in football, with a study last year showing extreme weather has affected 40% of football players and spectators.
One area all Premier League clubs can address to reduce their carbon footprint is their travel, as shown in previous BBC Sport research.