- Increased emissions of greenhouse gases and air pollutants from journeys to and from venues.
- Use of land and materials for construction and development of new sports facilities.
- High demand for energy and water during events.
- Waste generation from discarded rubbish, noise, and traffic congestion.
- Conflicts between sporting events and nature conservation/landscape protection.
Öko-Institut e. V.
Greenhouse gas emissions & sustainability report data
In its 2005 reporting, Öko-Institut e. V. disclosed greenhouse gas emissions of 300.0K tonnes of greenhouse gases (2005). Figures are as stated in the company's own report and may use different boundaries, units or methods (for example market-based vs location-based Scope 2), so compare with care.
GHG Emissions
300.0K tonnes of greenhouse gases (2005)
2005
Water Usage
90.0K cubic meters (2005)
2005
Waste
3.0K tonnes (2005)
2005
Energy Use
16 million kWh (electricity) and 8 million kWh (heat) (2005)
2005
✅ Reported Environmental Achievements
- 2006 FIFA World Cup: almost 20% less potable water consumed, majority of stadium visitors travelled by public transport, quantities of waste in stadiums reduced.
- FIS Nordic World Ski Championships 2005 in Oberstdorf: German Railway provided special trains and shuttle buses to reduce private road traffic.
- Nürburgring: reduced annual waste quantities by 40% from 2000 to 2003.
🌱 ESG Focus Areas
Environmental ProtectionClimate ProtectionNature Conservation