Wimbledon’s known for strawberries, sunshine and star serves, but in 2025, it’s smashing something else out the park: sustainability.
This year, the tournament seriously raised its game off-court, with big upgrades to how it handles waste, energy and water. It’s all part of a plan to go net zero and nature-positive by 2030.
And while they’ve clearly got the scale and budget, a lot of their green moves are surprisingly easy to copy at home.
Serving up sustainability
Here’s what Wimbledon pulled off in 2025:
- 100% renewable electricity for the entire site
- 750,000 reusable cups washed and reused during the tournament
- 85% of all waste recycled, with none going to landfill
- 100,000+ plastic bottles saved thanks to refill stations
- On-site composting of food waste and coffee grounds
- Living walls and bee-friendly gardens added around the grounds
What you could copy at home
Wimbledon’s budget may be next level, but many of their swaps are far from fancy:
- Refill stations & reusable cups: A reusable water bottle and travel mug can cut hundreds of single-use plastics a year.
- Compost bins: You can buy one for as little as £30, or check if your council subsidises it. They turn food waste into free plant food and help cut what goes to landfill.
- LED lighting: Already in most homes but swapping any old bulbs still kicking around is a quick win to cut your bills and save energy.
- Bee-friendly plants: Wildflowers, herbs, and bee hotels are easy garden adds (even in pots or window boxes) and they help support pollinators that keep your garden growing.
Why this matters for all of us
When big names like Wimbledon go green, it doesn’t just look good, it drives demand.
- Their huge orders (like 750,000 reusable cups) make manufacturing cheaper and more efficient.
- Once refill stations and compost bins are mainstream at events, schools, cafés and councils are more likely to offer them.
- And the more normal these things feel, the more accessible and affordable they become for everyday people.
So you’re not just copying a good idea, you’re benefiting from it becoming the new standard.
The bottom line
You don’t need a centre court to make greener choices. Small swaps at home, at work, or in your local community can add up fast. And thanks to big players like Wimbledon paving the way, those swaps are becoming easier than ever.
Want to see what swaps make sense for your home? Get your personalised Green Home Plan in the Tandem app.
