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.
The 2026 World Cup tournament, hosted by 16 cities in Mexico, Canada, and the United States, is expected to attract 5.5 million fans and feature 48 teams and 104 matches.
According to research from the 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.
As
the beautiful gameprepares to kick off, the considerable environmental footprint of the tournament cannot be ignored.
Author's summary: World Cup's environmental impact is significant.
- Host countries: Mexico, Canada, and the United States
- Number of teams: 48
- Number of matches: 104
- Expected carbon dioxide equivalent: over nine million tonnes
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