Lausanne, Switzerland – The guide, entitled Plastic Game Plan for Sport, was published in collaboration with UN Environment and includes contributions from World Sailing. Referencing successful examples from across the sports world, it provides guidance to event organizers on creating an effective plan to reduce plastic waste.
This includes key steps such as eliminating single-use plastic items, reducing the amount of plastic used, reusing plastic items and recycling. The guide’s recommendations include introducing reusable or compostable cups and tableware at events, providing water refill points, recycling bins and reducing the use of ‘hidden plastic’ such as merchandise, signage, branding, and ticketing.
In addition, the guide encourages event organizers to leverage their reach to raise awareness of plastic pollution. It also offers tips for athletes and fans on how to cut down their own plastic waste and inspire others to do the same.
In line with Olympic Agenda 2020 – the strategic roadmap for the future of the Olympic Movement – the International Olympic Committee (IOC) has committed to driving sustainable practices across the International Sports Federations (IFs), National Olympic Committees (NOCs), and the wider sports community. The IOC itself is reducing waste at its headquarters and is working with suppliers to ensure materials used at its events are sourced responsibly.
