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Where is the BVB logo? Borussia Dortmund explains the stadium mystery!
Borussia Dortmund explains the missing BVB logo on the stadium roof. New PV system being planned for sustainable energy.
Where is the BVB logo? Borussia Dortmund explains the stadium mystery!
A bold switch to sustainable energy at Borussia Dortmund is currently causing a stir: the well-known BVB logo is missing from the roof of the Westfalenstadion. A look behind the scenes shows that this is intentional. The old photovoltaic system has been dismantled, while the new one will have its own logo and is already being installed on the stadium roof. With this measure, the club not only shows commitment to the environment, but also relies on innovative energy technologies.
As the WAZ reports, the new PV system, which was created in collaboration with the module manufacturer JA SOLAR, will be the largest of its kind in the world on a stadium roof. With over 11,000 full black modules, BVB wants to generate over 4 MWh of electricity annually for its own needs. This not only sounds like a forward-looking investment, but also a serious opportunity to reduce CO₂ emissions by around 1,800 tons annually.
A look at Borussia Dortmund
The ball game club Borussia 09 e. V. Dortmund, better known as BVB, has established itself as a heavyweight in German football in the club's history. Founded on December 19, 1909, the club now has around 218,000 members and is the largest sports club in Germany after FC Bayern Munich. The club colors black and yellow are not only well known to fans - they also reflect the passionate fan culture that Borussia Dortmund cultivates.
Football history takes place in the Westfalenstadion, also known as Signal Iduna Park. It is the largest stadium in Germany and has the highest average number of spectators in the world. Many fans associate BVB not only with sporting successes, such as eight German championships or the Champions League victory in 1997, but also with the development of countless young talents over the years.
Sustainability in football
At a time when ecological responsibility is becoming more and more important, Borussia Dortmund's sustainable orientation is not only seen in a positive light. The club's energy security and resilience are expected to be significantly increased by the new PV system, and the stadium will be able to power up to 1,000 games using solar power for the floodlights. Installation of the new system is scheduled to begin in around two to three weeks; completion will take another two weeks.
The progress in the use of solar power could also serve as an example for other clubs. In an industry that is often criticized for its ecological balance, BVB shows that with vision and commitment it has a good hand for the future of its structures. It remains exciting to see how this initiative will not only have a positive impact on club life, but also on the environment.
From its founding by 18 dissatisfied players to various successes and the current controversy over sponsors, Dortmund shows that the mixture of tradition and innovation keeps the club's identity alive. A perfect example that old and new can complement each other wonderfully!