The Olympic Movement is strengthening its commitment to sustainability and climate action as it builds on the legacy of Paris 2024 and prepares for the Los Angeles 2028 Olympic and Paralympic Games.
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NOC; Tehran: According to the International Olympic Committee (IOC), environmental
sustainability has become a central pillar of Games planning, with organizers
increasingly focused on reducing carbon emissions, maximizing the use of
existing venues and ensuring long-term benefits for host communities. The
strategy aims to protect the future of sport as climate change continues to
affect athletes, competitions and sporting infrastructure worldwide.
Paris
2024 introduced a model centered on low-carbon delivery, relying heavily on
existing and temporary venues and targeting a significant reduction in
greenhouse-gas emissions compared with previous editions of the Games.
Organizers reported that nearly 95 percent of competition venues were either
existing facilities or temporary structures, helping to minimize
construction-related impacts.
Building
on those efforts, LA28 is expected to further advance sustainability objectives
through its venue strategy, operational planning and community-focused legacy
programs. Olympic officials have emphasized that future Games must be both environmentally
responsible and financially sustainable while continuing to deliver a
world-class experience for athletes and fans.
The
IOC said the lessons learned from Paris 2024 will play an important role in
shaping future editions of the Games, reinforcing the Olympic Movement’s
broader goal of creating more sustainable, resilient and adaptable sporting
events for generations to come. As preparations for LA28 enter a critical
phase, sustainability remains at the forefront of efforts to safeguard the future
of global sport.