Sustainability and Climate Change
Sport and physical activity can play a significant role in addressing climate change through various direct and indirect means. Here’s how:
Promoting Sustainable Practices:
Adopting eco-friendly measures at events and facilities to reduce carbon footprint
Encouraging Active Transport:
Promoting walking, cycling and wheeling to decrease vehicle emissions
Raising Awareness and Advocacy:
Harnessing sports platforms to educate the public and advocate for sustainable behaviours
Enhancing Urban Green Spaces:
Integrating green spaces into sports facilities and involving communities in their upkeep
Supporting Research and Innovation:
Investing in sustainable technologies and partnering with environmental groups
Promoting Health and Wellbeing:
Encouraging outdoor activities that foster a culture valuing natural spaces
Setting an Example:
High-profile events, programmes and facilities demonstrating sustainable practices to influence broader public behaviour
Collectively these efforts can contribute to mitigating climate change and fostering environmental sustainability. For further information and resources check out the following links:
Sport Environment and Climate Coalition Resource Hub
An information hub developed by a group of leading organisations in the sport and physical activity sector to help you reduce your environmental impact.
Tackling climate change in Gloucestershire
All Gloucestershire councils have now declared a climate emergency. The councils’ shared vision is that by 2045 a carbon neutral county will have been created that provides quality of life now and for future generations, having improved the quality of the natural environment. To learn more about the county’s Climate Change Strategy click here.
Buddle
Videos, case studies and guidance on how your club or community group can introduce sustainable practices across your operations.
