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.
The beautiful game will have a considerable environmental footprint to consider.
- 16 host cities across three North American countries
- 48 teams and 104 matches
- 5.5 million expected fans
- Over nine million tonnes of carbon dioxide equivalent to be generated
Author's summary: The 2026 World Cup will have a significant environmental impact.
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