Future-Proof Models for Ice Stadiums

29th IAKS Congress 2025

Future-proof models for ice rinks

Moderator: Mark Hentze, Head of Sports and Recreation Design, DIALOG, Canada

These presentations will explore how arenas can serve as sustainable, community-oriented landmarks. 

From 3XN's approach to arena design that balances sport, civic engagement, and local context, to Munich's SAP Garden, which showcases energy-efficient technology, to strategies for revitalizing ice rinks in urban and rural areas, the presentations showcase practical solutions for extending the life of facilities. Case studies illustrate how mechanical retrofits, electrification, and heat recovery can reduce energy consumption, lower carbon emissions, and improve operational efficiency. They show how thoughtful design and renovation can transform arenas into resilient, socially valuable, and environmentally responsible community assets.