For some sports it is clear how our planet is impacted but for others, the damage to our natural environment is not so apparent. From the transport of teams and spectators to the amount of rubbish generated at sports events, we must acknowledge how we are harming our world.

If you look back at the history of the Modern Olympic Games it is evident that sustainability has not always been a priority.

However, from 1994 potential host cities have had to demonstrate their commitment to a ‘Green Games’. The environment was recognised as the third pillar of Olympism, alongside sport and culture. The International Olympic Committee’s Sport and Environment Commission was formed the following year.