GREEN INITIATIVES AT TATA MUMBAI MARATHON 2026
Our Commitment to Sustainability
At the Tata Mumbai Marathon (TMM), sustainability is at the core of everything we do. Since 2016, we have embraced the principles of Reduce, Reuse, Recycle, and Compost to manage waste responsibly and ensure compliance with local regulations.
Collaborations for a Greener Tomorrow
- In partnership with the Municipal Corporation of Greater Mumbai (MCGM) since 2019.
- Collaborating with Hasiru Dala Innovations and Stree Mukti Sanghatana to empower waste picker communities and promote green entrepreneurship.
Key Green Initiatives at TMM 2026
- Paper Reduction
- Online registrations to cut down on paper usage.
- Digital handbooks and communications instead of printed materials.
- Eco-Friendly Bib Distribution
- Distribution of event kits in reusable backpacks and paper bags—completely plastic-free.
- Waste Management & Recycling
- Waste segregation kiosks for dry, wet, and compostable waste.
- On-site Recycling and Composting Stations.
- Aim of Zero Waste to Landfill—all waste is recycled or composted.
- Proper medical waste disposal by Asian Heart Institute.
- Complete post-event venue clean-up by MCGM.
- Up cycling for Good
- Event branding materials are repurposed into mats and roofing sheets for the homeless.
- Food Redistribution
- Leftover food donated through Roti Bank, reaching underprivileged school children and cancer patients across Mumbai.
- Used Shoe Collection Drive
- Participants can donate gently used shoes, which are distributed to those in need through an NGO initiative.
- Cycling & Sustainable Commute
- Dedicated bicycle parking available at the venue.
- Promotion of public transport and carpooling, including special early train services by Western and Central Railways.
- Water Conservation
- Collection of leftover water, reused for plant irrigation.
- Plastic Bottle Recycling
- All plastic bottles collected and recycled in collaboration with MCGM.
- Bring Your Own Bottle (BYOB)
- Encouraging participants to carry or refill their own bottles at our water refill stations on the route and at the venue.
Preserving Biodiversity
We ensure that our activities at the venue do not harm local biodiversity. Environmental sensitivity is built into every aspect of event planning and execution.
Join the Movement
With the support of our sponsors, partners, vendors, and participants, the Tata Mumbai Marathon is proud to be a torchbearer for sustainable sporting events.
Let’s run together for a cleaner, greener tomorrow.
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