The Water Polo Arena was a temporary sporting venue of the 2012 Summer Olympics held in London from 27 July to 12 August 2012.

The Aquatics Centre and Water Polo Arena were adjacent to each other in one of the most compact areas of the park.

This allowed the organizers to meet the standards of the Olympic Delivery Authority, concerning environmental protection.

Through this recycling process, the Olympic Games PVC Policy was to be fulfilled, which stated that where London 2012 procured PVC for temporary usage or where permanent usage was not assured, London 2012 was required to ensure that there was a take-back scheme that offered a closed loop reuse system or mechanical recycling system for post-consumer waste.

Recycled cushions, which form part of the rippling PVC roof, were used to create the striking looking venue, as well as to improve insulation and prevent condensation.