Washington Convention and Sports Authority

07/03/2026 | Press release | Archived content

RFK Demolition Updates - July 2026 Update

RFK Stadium Aerial

Events DC has been maximizing sustainability throughout the demolition of RFK Stadium. Sustainability has been central to the project's planning and implementation. We are proud to report that approximately 95% of demolition waste has been diverted from the landfill and recycled, including:

  • 65,800 tons of concrete (reused on site)
  • 8,133 tons of steel
  • 1,340 tons of metal
  • 1,254 tons of asphalt
  • 16 tons of plastics

95% diversion far exceeds code requirements.

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