News release from the Crist press shop:

Gov. Charlie Crist Saturday will attend the first carbon-neutral college football game between Florida State University and the University of Florida in Gainesville. At the game, the Governor will commend the University of Florida for its efforts to become the first university to attempt to offset greenhouse gases created by fans attending the game.

“Florida is leading the way in addressing global climate change,”
Governor Crist said.  “I applaud the University of Florida for being a
leader within the NCAA for addressing green-house gas emissions.
Florida has one of the greatest rivalries in college football.  To
experience this setting in a carbon-neutral way sets a great example
for the rest of the nation.”

The University of Florida, in partnership with the Florida Forestry
Association and Environmental Defense, has taken steps to offset the
carbon footprint of the football game.  According to the university,
more than 1,750 metric tons of carbon dioxide is expected to be emitted
into the air on game day, generated from travel, stadium operations and
lodging associated with the team and the more than 88,000 fans.  This
carbon footprint will be counteracted by an arrangement through the
university and its partners to set aside 18 acres of rural North
Florida land to be managed as a pine plantation forest for 10 years.

“As we enjoy the beauty and blessings of Florida, we must continue to
be aware of the impact our activities have on our natural environment,”
said Governor Crist.  “I am proud of the proactive steps the university
and its partners are taking to host this game in a way that offsets
this impact.”