The National Olympic Committee held a session with four sports federations to review international environmental protection standards, emphasizing the role of sports in promoting sustainability.
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NOC; Tehran: The Commission on Sport and Environment convened at the National
Olympic Academy’s Farsi Hall, attended by the NOC Vice President and officials
from four federations.
Dr.
Mahin Farhadizad opened the meeting by commemorating martyrs of War and
praising athletes’ performances at international events, including the Sanya
Asian Beach Games. Dr. Farhadizad highlighted the critical link between
environmental health and sporting excellence, noting that host selection for
major games often considers environmental standards. She urged federations and commissions to
collaborate in raising awareness and protecting the environment, stressing that
the sports community plays a vital role in fostering sustainable practices.
Following
this, Dr. Manouchehri spoke on the intersection of sport and environmental
stewardship. Representatives from the Mountaineering, Skiing, Rowing, and Basketball
federations outlined international guidelines for eco-friendly sporting
practices. The session also featured scientific presentations on climate change
impacts on sports events and the importance of implementing HSE (Health,
Safety, Environment) standards in national sports infrastructures.