Sustainability In Spectator Sports

How sports venues and organizations can make positive environmental change

What you'll learn

The role of spectator sports in mitigating climate change

The impact of climate change on the future of sports

Sustainable venue design

Sustainable event management practices

How sports can be used to inspire eco-friendly behavior

Building partnerships for positive change

Requirements

No prerequisites required

Description

Join Matt, a passionate environmental sustainability master's student, and The Ecodemy for an inspiring course on "Sustainability in Spectator Sports." This course delves into the crucial intersection of sports and sustainability, exploring how the sports industry can become a platform for positive change.Throughout the course, you'll discover the potential of sporting events not only to entertain and inspire but also to mitigate climate change and protect the environment. We will delve into the impact of climate change on sports and learn how heavier precipitations, rising sea levels, extreme heat, and more are affecting the world of athletics.Next, we'll explore key considerations in designing sustainable sporting events, including energy-efficient design, renewable energy usage, waste management practices, responsible transportation, water conservation, and local sourcing. Through innovative initiatives, such as LEED-Gold certified stadiums and 100% solar-powered arenas, we'll uncover real-life examples of successful sustainability initiatives in sports.Education and awareness play a crucial role in promoting sustainable behavior. You'll discover how sports organizations can engage fans, encourage eco-friendly practices, and use their broad social platform to influence positive change. Collaborating with environmental agencies and forming partnerships for sustainability will also be discussed.The course will conclude with a call to action, urging you to see the immense potential for positive change in the sports industry. Together, we can create a lasting legacy of sustainability in the world of spectator sports, making a vital contribution to the protection of our planet. Join us on this transformative journey and become a part of the movement to score a victory for our environment.

Overview

Section 1: Introduction

Lecture 1 Introduction to Sustainability in Spectator Sports

Lecture 2 Sustainability Defined and The Impact of Sports

Lecture 3 Sustainable Venue Design

Lecture 4 Sustainable Event Management

Lecture 5 Education and Awareness

Lecture 6 Real Life Examples

Lecture 7 What We Learned

Sports Industry Professionals,Fans of sports,Students and Academics,Sustainability Advocates,Sustainability consultants