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🌍 Exciting News for Sustainability Enthusiasts! 🌍 We're thrilled to share our latest article on the groundbreaking efforts of Paris 2024 to host the greenest Olympics ever. As the world faces the urgent challenge of climate change, the Paris 2024 organizing committee is setting a new standard for sustainability in large-scale events. Discover how the Paris 2024 Olympics are pioneering innovative strategies to reduce their carbon footprint, from using renewable energy and green transportation to sustainable construction and waste management. This bold vision isn't just about creating an eco-friendly event; it's about leaving a lasting legacy of environmental responsibility and inspiring future global gatherings. Join us in exploring how Paris 2024 is turning ambition into action and setting an example for a sustainable future. 🌿 🔗 Read the full article here: https://lnkd.in/duDmQeVk #Sustainability #Paris2024 #GreenOlympics #ClimateAction #RenewableEnergy #EcoFriendly #SustainableFuture #EnvironmentalLeadership #Enviromic

The Paris 2024 Olympics is making headlines with its innovative approach to sustainability. From timber venues to river swimming and ambitious re-use strategies, these initiatives showcase a commendable effort towards reducing the environmental impact of such a massive event. It's exciting to see large-scale projects embracing green practices and setting an example for future events worldwide. However, while these steps are significant, there are areas where more can be done. The focus on reducing carbon footprints and promoting ecological responsibility must continue beyond just the event's duration. Long-term sustainability plans and community engagement are crucial to ensure lasting positive impacts. It's inspiring to see these strides towards a greener future, but let's keep pushing the boundaries of what can be achieved. Sustainable development should always aim for continuous improvement, and every initiative brings us closer to a healthier planet. Let's celebrate the progress while staying critical and motivated to drive even greater change! Read more about the Paris Olympics' green initiatives and their potential gaps: https://buff.ly/3YmcWoJ

The Seine's Comeback: Swimming at the Eiffel Tower? For nearly a century, this dream has been off the table for tourists and Parisians alike due to severe pollution in the River Seine. From untreated sewage to human waste, the once picturesque waters have been anything but inviting. But recently, something incredible happened. During the Paris Olympics, triathletes dove into these very waters. How did we get here? 🌟 Pollution and Challenges: The Seine has been suffering from pollution for decades, with untreated wastewater often flowing into the river due to infrastructure issues. 🌟 Paris's Commitment to Change: Paris wasn't about to let the Seine's pollution overshadow the 2024 Olympics. The city made a bold commitment to make these Games the greenest ever. Here's how: 🌟 Sustainable Practices: 🔹Beds in the athletes’ village were made from recycled cardboard. 🔹Coffee tables from recycled shuttlecocks, footstools from parachute canvas, and chairs from recycled bottle tops. 🔹Doubled the amount of plant-based food compared to previous Games. 🌟 Infrastructure Investments: 🔹Invested €1.4 billion to clean up the Seine. 🔹Built a massive basin to capture excess rainwater, preventing wastewater from spilling into the river. 🔹Upgraded sewer systems and wastewater treatment plants. 🌟 Reducing Carbon Footprint: 🔹Connected stadiums to the public electricity grid to reduce reliance on diesel generators. 🔹Planned a cycling network to connect all Olympic venues. 🔹Used existing venues to avoid creating "white elephant" structures. 🌟 Results and Future Goals: 🔹Water quality improved, with a 90% reduction in untreated wastewater entering the Seine over the past 20 years. 🔹The river now hosts over 30 fish species, compared to just 3 in 1970. 🔹Paris aims to make the Seine swimmable for locals and visitors by 2025. 🌟 Lessons for Global Cities: Paris's efforts are setting a powerful example for other cities tackling pollution and climate change. For instance, Los Angeles, set to host the 2028 Olympics, is studying Paris's cleanup efforts as part of their preparations. The economic benefits are also noteworthy. The 2024 Olympics could bring in €10 billion and create 250,000 jobs, proving that environmental efforts can be a smart investment. 🌟 Conclusion: Paris's journey to clean the Seine is a testament to the city's resilience and commitment to sustainability. Will they succeed in making the Seine swimmable by 2025? Only time will tell. But for now, their efforts offer hope and inspiration for cities worldwide. Let's keep dreaming big and working towards a cleaner, greener future! 🌍 What other cities do you think can benefit from Paris's approach to sustainability and pollution control? Share your thoughts and ideas below! 👇 #Paris2024 #Olympics #Sustainability #EnvironmentalImpact #ClimateChange #GreenInitiatives #UrbanPlanning #CleanWater #SmartInvestment International Olympic Committee – IOC

"Sustainability in Action: Paris Olympics 2024 Sets a New Standard" As we look forward to the Paris Olympics 2024, it's exciting to see the commitment to sustainability that's being made. With a goal of halving carbon footprint compared to previous Games, the organizers are taking bold steps towards a more environmentally friendly event. Key highlights: 95% of venues are existing or temporary, reducing new construction and emissions 100% renewable energy sourced locally 60% of food options are plant-based, with 80% of produce sourced from France Reducing single-use plastics and implementing a deposit return scheme Encouraging sustainable travel through public transport and electric vehicles Carbon offsetting through environmental and social projects Let's take inspiration from this initiative and work towards making our own industries and communities more sustainable! Share your own sustainability stories and tips in the comments below! #Sustainability #ParisOlympics2024 #GreenInitiatives

Balancing Sustainability and Our Business Needs You may have seen we attended Skidaddle and MIPIM this year. However, we do worry this may raise some questions about our sustainability commitments... While it seems contrary to our goals, each trip was carefully chosen based on its carbon footprint, business benefit, and team well-being. Part of our commitment to becoming B Corp certified is marked by reducing travel emissions year on year, illustrating that us doing better is about making decisions that benefit us all, one small decision at a time. We specifically sent only one team member to each event, a move that aligns with our commitment but also acknowledges the practicalities of business. For example, attending MIPIM allowed our co-founder Murdo Mcilhagger to meet multiple contacts in one trip, avoiding several trips from Scotland to London, enhancing efficiency. We evaluate every trip for its overall value. This approach helps us balance our environmental objectives with business needs, in a straightforward and transparent manner. We admit we're not perfect. Our efforts to do better involve continuous assessment and adaptation. Our decisions reflect a commitment to improvement, for our community, the planet, and our business ethos as a force for good. #SustainabilityInAction #BCorp #DoingBetter #RealEstate #SustainableBusiness

🌍 Exciting News! 🌱 Valencia kicks off 2024 as new European Green Capital! 🇪🇺 Today, I'm thrilled to share that the beautiful Spanish city of Valencia has officially taken the reins as the #EuropeanGreenCapital2024. 🌳 As we celebrate this achievement, more than 400 activities and events are set to unfold, reaching every sector of the city - from sustainability experts and businesses to the incredible residents of Valencia. 🌐 The purpose is crystal clear: to raise awareness about the triple crisis of #pollution, #biodiversityloss, and #climatechange, and to #empower people to take action. The city's motto, "On a Mission Together," resonates deeply as city authorities collaborate with residents to achieve their climate neutrality and environmental goals. 🏙️ The city's emphasis on involving residents in the journey towards sustainability makes it a frontrunner, setting an inspiring example for other European cities. Source: European Commission Let's celebrate Valencia's commitment to a green and sustainable future! 🌍💚

A throw-back to when CSG network visited this years Green Capital! As Antonio García Celda, General Director of the #Valencia European Green Capital 2024, mentiones, it i’s both an #honor and a significant #responsibility to lead Valencia towards a #greener future. Valencia is now entrusted with the task of fostering a #shift in #mindset among its #citizens and #businesses. 🔎 Their goal? To #reduce #pollution by 80% by 2030, focusing on #mobility, #greenspaces, and #urban #innovation. While it's going to be a challenging journey, the year marks their first step towards lasting change. Antonio is encouraged by the community's growing support and awareness and together they can create a cleaner, brighter future for Valencia! 🙌🏻 https://lnkd.in/dzY6sC_T #ValenciaGreenCapital #GreenValencia #Sustainability #FutureReadyCity

❇️ #Paris2024 is setting new sustainability standards for global sporting events. Reducing the environmental impact while maximising social and economic benefits, Paris 2024 organisers will deliver a spectacular event that is more responsible, more sustainable and more inclusive. Olympic Agenda 2020 made several recommendations, including the use of existing and temporary venues, reducing carbon emissions and promoting sustainable energy sources. Find out how Paris 2024 put this into action: https://lnkd.in/gmPzJRr3

In sports, there will be those who win and lose in competition. However, in reality, if we fail to look after our planet, all of us will lose. The conventional Games model wasn't fit for today's climate challenges. With carbon emissions soaring and environmental crises escalating, the Paris 2024 Games are stepping up to set a new standard. Paris 2024 commits to 🌱 Halving greenhouse gas emissions 🌐 Guaranteeing carbon neutrality by 2021 ♻️ Embracing a circular economy while protecting biodiversity. Along with their "target carbon footprint" method, aiming for 1.5 million tonnes of CO2, Paris 2024's ambitious Environmental Excellence strategy redefines event sustainability. This model ensures a positive climate impact through innovative methods and bold actions. Paris 2024 is setting a precedent for future events, proving that sporting excellence and environmental responsibility can go hand in hand. BRANDi and Companies #BRANDi #BRANDiGlobal #GlobalEconomy #GDPtoNPI #FutureReady #Sustainomy #GoodtoGREAT #Paris2024

Sustainable products have a massive branding problem. One of the big storylines of the Paris Olympics was how green they were to be, with more done to lower the carbon footprint than any previous Games. A good article here summarizing how the state-of-the-art geothermal cooling technology used in the athlete housing was viewed by different countries. Essentially...the wealthiest countries opted to override the sustainable cooling plans the organizers had put in place and bring their own high-energy active cooling devices. This is the unfortunate reality... we love to talk about the merits of sustainable products, but end of buying a high carbon alternative "just in case"... further cementing the inequities of climate impacts, and erasing many of the gains that had been sought by the sustainable solution in the first place. #ClimateChange #Heat #ClimateInequity https://lnkd.in/g2ZYXYJe