The Phoenix Suns point guard talks about his hybrid car game, recycled sneakers, and lighting up the gym with muscle power.

By Justin Monroe On the hardwood, Steve Nash’s ability to push an offense to light speed while maximizing his teammates’ productivity has made him a two-time NBA MVP. Off the court, the father of two young girls is setting an eco-friendly example and hoping to bring the best out of the rest of us earthlings. In addition to driving a Lexus RX 400h hybrid SUV, he’s in the process of cutting down on the waste produced by his Vancouver-based Steve Nash Sports Club and converting his home to solar power. The sun powers him, he powers the Suns. And we all shine on.

What made you decide to go solar?

Steve Nash: Well, we’re waiting on the plans and proposals right now, but I just want to try to be thoughtful about our family’s carbon consumption. It’s great to go solar, but there’s so many things you can do around your house that can greatly reduce your negative impact on the environment, whether it’s your lights or your heating and air-conditioning or your cleaning products.

Do you do much to try to encourage eco-friendly practices to teammates and others around the NBA?

Steve Nash:I don’t necessarily stand on a soapbox, but if they ask, and they have on occasion, I share what I know. I’ve had a few teammates who have asked, and I know the Suns are also trying to make good decisions and be open to different opportunities, so hopefully our team will move in the right direction.

The Steve Nash Sports Club in Vancouver was modeled after reflecting those values as well.

Steve Nash: Our goal is to take a step in the right direction. In the design we wanted to use as many reusable, recyclable products as possible. In the future, the big idea is to harness some of the energy—especially on the cardiovascular machines—and reuse that in the facility. Home // CELEBRITIES // THE SHOTCALLER // Steve Nash