Monthly Newsletter of Sports Economics : Ekospor - Issue #26 Climate Change & Sports
Sports in Climate Change
Climate Change & Sports
The magnitude of climate change is arguably best depicted in the fact that most, if not all, aspects of life are altered by it. The sport industry, one of the most popular forms of entertainment across the entire world, is no different. In the recent past, a surge in extreme weather conditions has already caused problems in holding sporting events. With the sport industry significantly contributing to global warming, it also has a large potential to be a part of the solution..more..
Addressing Climate Change Through Sport
Climate change is one of the most pressing issues of our times. According to the World Bank Group, even if countries fulfill current emission-reduction pledges, our planet’s mean temperature could rise from 0.8°C above pre-industrial levels to as high as
How Climate Change Is Affecting Sports Around the World
From wildfires and typhoons to rising temperatures, natural disasters and severe weather are disrupting sporting events around the world. This impacts both competitive and recreational athletes’ ability to participate in many sports and affects people of all ages and backgrounds.
Sport Positive Summit highlights powerful role of sport in addressing climate change
Representatives from United Nations Climate Change (UNFCCC), the International Olympic Committee (IOC) and sports organisations from across the world came together last week for the first edition of the Sport Positive Summit – a global meeting place for sports effecting positive environmental impact…
FIFA joins the UN Sports for Climate Action Framework
The UN Climate Change Secretariat launched the new Sports for Climate Action Framework that was developed with the sports sector. The aim of the new framework is to gather sports organisations, teams, athletes, and fans in a concerted effort to raise awareness and action to meet the goals of the Paris Agreement for climate protection.
The Role of Sport in Combating Climate Change - International Day of Sport for Development and Peace
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Mapping the sport and climate space
Over the last two decades, the relationship of sport to the global climate crisis has become increasingly clear and increasingly urgent…
Sports for Climate Action and Nature
A collaborative, cross-disciplinary approach to address the complex, bi-directional relationship between sport and climate action.
What is the role of sport in tackling the climate crisis?
Sport is uniquely positioned to tackle the climate crisis: it can both take (looking inward) and inspire action (looking outward). Here are actionable steps that sport can take towards climate action...
Using sports as a tool to fight climate change
The world must not make the same mistake in tackling another global emergency – the climate crisis. Sports can play a role in championing progress, and leading by example….
Lessons from the World Cup: How a changing climate is changing sports
from professional to youth leagues, a warming planet is forcing athletes to adapt to new extremes…
2. Climate Change and Sport
It is important to acknowledge that sport has also had a detrimental impact on the environment. Sport at all levels inevitably entails travel to events, energy consumption and the use of specialist short life equipment. The Rapid Transition Alliance estimates that sport contributes 0.8% of global emissions, the equivalent of a medium sized country…
The climate's impact on sports
In recent years, various weather phenomena have altered disciplines such as soccer, rugby, track and field, motor racing, and cycling.
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SPORTS FOR CLIMATE ACTION (UIAA)
The UN Sports for Climate Action Framework aims to help sports organisations reduce emissions caused by their operations and leverage the worldwide popularity ..
SPORTS FOR CLIMATE ACTION (IOC)
Sport is not just a victim of climate change; it is also a net contributor through Report: account for your GHG emissions and show.
How Climate Change Impacts the Future of Sports (ASICS)
Sports and climate change are highly related. Rising temperatures and increases in drought conditions affect how athletes train and how sporting events all over the world are conducted. That’s why taking corporate responsibility and becoming a leader in combating climate change is a priority with ASICS…
The role of sport in mitigating climate change (Deloitte)
What can sport do?
Climate change is a defining challenge of our time. As the damage and risk posed by man-made global warming continues to increase, all parts of society will need to play their part in tackling the climate crisis, including sport and sporting institutions…
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Climate change’s next victim: Sports
A sizzling summer has made climate change a hot topic. We are literally in uncharted territory, with unprecedented global temperatures. Because of this, climate change is adding a layer of complexity to topics that have not traditionally had environmental dimensions. Take, for instance, sports…
Sport – a key player in climate action?
Sport is an integral part of European culture, with the power to bring people and whole nations together. It supports healthy lifestyles, builds strong communities, improves social cohesion, and employs millions of European citizens. For many, sport is a key part of their life and culture.
Time Out: To Save Itself, Sport Must Join the Fight Against Climate Change
WHY THIS MATTERS : Sport is increasingly thought of in the context of climate change, leading many sports and leagues to go green and limit fossil fuel usage just as the dire effects of extreme weather and environmental degradation start to become clear for sports organizations around the world.
Let's Prevent Climate Change from Being a Game Changer
If climate change affects something as central to our lives as sport, then it’s a strong sign that wherever we look across society we’ll find similar stories and impacts.
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Floods, fires and why football can play a big role in tackling climate change
By 2050, Stamford Bridge will be underwater. As will West Ham’s London Stadium and Fulham’s Craven Cottage. Grimsby Town’s Blundell Park will be consumed by the North Sea. Hull City’s MKM Stadium will be submerged, as will the Cardiff City Stadium. Southampton’s St Mary’s Stadium will succumb to the River Itchen.
Sport is both a climate victim and villain. These champions show there’s another way
As the world of sport is increasingly impacted by climate change, athletes are walking a delicate balance when it comes to taking action. Sport occupies an unusual place in society. It’s simultaneously public and private - something we do for our own personal health, but also a multi billion-dollar industry; both political and apolitical, accessible and exclusive…
Sports for Climate Action :
UN Climate Change invites sports organizations and their stakeholders to join a new climate action for sport movement. This initiative aims at supporting and guiding sports actors in achieving global climate change goals…
Sports fans take more than 1.7 million green actions this summer, helping to protect sports from the effects of climate change
Ekospor Corner
Futbolda Sıfır Karbon Emisyonu
Küresel ısınma gezegenimizi ve gelecek nesilleri riske atıyor. Paris Anlaşması'nın hedeflerine ulaşmak için spor sektörü de dahil olmak üzere tüm sektörlerin eylemlerini gerektirmektedir…mORE..
Çevre Dostu Stadyumlar
Enerji açığının büyüdüğü günümüz dünyasında sürdürülebilir, yenilenebilir Enerjinin insanoğlunun yaşamı içerisinde ne kadar büyük bir önem taşıdığı bilinen bir gerçektir…mORE…