SC Stingrays host ECHL's first carbon-neutral hockey game tonight.

14 Nov 2009 by Sean in Charleston Sports

Charleston’s SC Stingrays are putting the focus on the environment tonight as they host the Charlotte Checkers.  For the first time in East Coast Hockey League (ECHL) history, tonight’s game will be carbon-neutral thanks to the purchase of carbon credits to offset the energy use for the game.

edit: And they win 3-2 in a shootout!

Join the fight to create a better environment on Saturday, November 14 as the Stingrays battle the Charlotte Checkers at North Charleston Coliseum at 7:05 p.m. BEC is handing out energy efficient CFL light bulbs! The Stingrays are the FIRST ECHL hockey team to host a carbon-neutral game! The Stingrays purchased carbon credits to offset the emissions for the November 14th game.
—SC Stingrays website

What a great example to set for the community.  And you get to watch your Kelly Cup defending Stingrays!

It’s no secret I’m a big hockey fan.  It’s a great sport that is new to most of my friends here, but everyone I’ve ever taken to a game has had a great time.

Go Rays!