The Environmental Impact of the 2026 World Cup
The upcoming World Cup is likely to leave a significant environmental footprint due to increased air travel and energy demands for cooling systems.
As many as 5.5 million fans will attend the 2026 World Cup tournament, hosted by 16 cities in Mexico, Canada, and the United States. This will be the first tournament held across an entire continent, featuring 48 teams and 104 matches, 40 more than before.
Despite the excitement, the environmental footprint is considerable. According to Scientists for Global Responsibility, the expanded tournament will generate over nine million tonnes of carbon dioxide equivalent, making it the most climate-damaging World Cup in history.
The expanded tournament is set to generate more than nine million tonnes of carbon dioxide equivalent.
Author's summary: World Cup's environmental impact expected to be significant.
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