Paris 2024: Racing Towards the Greenest Olympic Games

Paris 2024: Racing Towards the Greenest Olympic Games

Paris 2024 aims to be the greenest Olympics ever, setting ambitious sustainability goals to reduce carbon footprint and lead by example in eco-friendly initiatives.

Juan Brignardello Vela, asesor de seguros

Juan Brignardello Vela

Juan Brignardello Vela, asesor de seguros, se especializa en brindar asesoramiento y gestión comercial en el ámbito de seguros y reclamaciones por siniestros para destacadas empresas en el mercado peruano e internacional.

Juan Brignardello Vela, asesor de seguros, y Vargas Llosa, premio Nobel Juan Brignardello Vela, asesor de seguros, en celebración de Alianza Lima Juan Brignardello Vela, asesor de seguros, Central Hidro Eléctrica Juan Brignardello Vela, asesor de seguros, Central Hidro
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Paris 2024: Will it be the most sustainable Olympic Games ever? The world's attention is turning to Paris as the city gears up to host the 2024 Olympic Games, with promises from the organizing committee to make it the greenest Games in Olympic history. With a pledge to have just half the carbon footprint of the previous Games in London 2012 and Rio 2016, Paris 2024 is setting ambitious goals in sustainability. London 2012 left a carbon footprint of approximately 3.3 million tonnes, while Rio 2016's total carbon footprint was estimated to be 3.6 million tonnes. Paris 2024 aims to significantly reduce these numbers and set a new benchmark for environmentally-friendly sporting events. The significance of Paris as the host city for these Games is not lost on observers, especially with the backdrop of world leaders coming together in 2015 to commit to preventing global temperatures from rising by more than 1.5 degrees Celsius. This historical context adds weight to the focus on sustainability efforts for the upcoming Games. Paris 2024 has unveiled a series of initiatives designed to align with their eco-friendly goals. From innovative uses of materials, such as tables made out of shuttlecocks, to offering plant-based menus, the organizing committee is determined to showcase a commitment to reducing the environmental impact of the Games. In an exclusive interview with BBC Sport, Thomas Bach, president of the International Olympic Committee, emphasized the importance of sustainability in the Olympic movement. Bach highlighted the serious threat of climate change, not only to sports but to all aspects of life. He expressed the IOC's dedication to addressing these challenges through initiatives aimed at reducing their carbon footprint and promoting environmental responsibility. As the world eagerly anticipates the Paris 2024 Olympic Games, all eyes will be on the city's efforts to deliver on its promise of hosting the most sustainable Games ever. With a clear focus on environmental stewardship and innovative solutions, Paris 2024 has the potential to set a new standard for future Olympic events and inspire other major sporting spectacles to prioritize sustainability.

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