Oud-Heverlee Leuven has been a pioneer in sustainability for years. We have been organizing the Game For The Future for several years, where we measure the impact of football matches on the climate and organize various actions to reduce it. Together with sustainable energy provider Eneco, we wanted to make the King Power at Den Dreef stadium future-proof. The stadium's battery of 660 kVA is a striking example of this. It's not the only new step in the club's sustainability ambitions. Almost double the number of solar panels and a super battery On the roof of the stand, there are now more than 1,000 solar panels, generating a expected annual output of 475,000 kWh - comparable to the average annual consumption of around 135 households. The number of solar panels has doubled in two years. Thanks to this green energy, the stadium can produce a significant part of its energy consumption itself. To capture peaks in energy consumption and use solar energy more efficiently, Eneco installed a battery with a total capacity of 600 kW and a storage capacity of 1,290 kWh next to the stadium. OH Leuven can not only use more of its own energy, but also play smart on the moments when demand is highest. With its super battery, OH Leuven is a pioneer in self-sufficiency in the Belgian sports world. Around the stadium, 14 new charging points were installed, making it easy and sustainable for electric cars to charge during matches and events. Scoring for the planet The technological investments are just one aspect of the joint sustainability story. OH Leuven and Eneco have already organized the Eneco Game For The Future three times, a match that was entirely focused on sustainability. From local and vegetarian catering options to reusable cups and efficient waste management, or a free drink for supporters who came on foot or by bike: every detail was thought of to make the stadium an example of sustainable sports experience. This year, the Game For The Future will take place during the play-offs!