Core Points - The 15th National Games will be held from November 9 to 21, aiming to be the first "carbon-neutral" event in its history [1][2] - The Guangdong competition area features 89 venues, with over 90% being upgraded from existing facilities [1] - The Tianhe Sports Center implements various carbon reduction measures, including energy-efficient materials and smart lighting systems [1][2] Venue Design and Features - The Tianhe Sports Center has hosted previous National Games and will host events like football, volleyball, table tennis, and 3x3 basketball this year [1] - The center uses high-efficiency all-DC variable frequency air conditioning systems, potentially reducing energy consumption by 11% to 23% [1] - All lighting fixtures have been replaced with LED lights, combined with an intelligent lighting control system that can save over 45% energy [1] Green Initiatives - The venue's running tracks utilize a domestically developed prefabricated rubber system that is 100% recyclable [1] - The event's organizing committee emphasizes a "green, shared, open, and clean" philosophy, integrating a zero-waste concept into the event planning [2] - A carbon management platform monitors real-time data on electricity, water usage, and carbon emissions, providing alerts for unusual consumption patterns [2]