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    FIFA announces environmental initiatives to tackle carbon footprint concerns for 2030 World Cup

    FIFA announces environmental initiatives to tackle carbon footprint concerns for 2030 World Cup

    In response to growing concerns about the environmental impact of the upcoming 2030 World Cup, FIFA, the global governing body of soccer, has announced measures to address and mitigate the tournament's carbon footprint. The decision to host the event across three continents had drawn criticism from climate activists due to the expected increase in emissions related to additional travel.

    FIFA announces environmental initiatives to tackle carbon footprint concerns for 2030 World Cup
    Photo: FIFA announces environmental initiatives to tackle carbon footprint concerns for 2030 World Cup 
    Source: Reuters

    Last week, FIFA officially named Morocco, Spain, and Portugal as the hosts of the 2030 World Cup, while Uruguay, Argentina, and Paraguay were chosen to host the opening matches, marking the tournament's centenary.

    FIFA acknowledged the environmental concerns raised and defended its decision by highlighting certain key factors on its website. It pointed out that out of the 101 games to be played during the tournament, only three would be held in South America. Instead, the majority of the matches would be hosted in countries with close geographic proximity and well-established transportation links and infrastructure.

    "Morocco, Portugal, and Spain will be the hosts of the FIFA World Cup 2030. Therefore, for 101 games, the tournament will be played in a footprint of neighboring countries in close geographic proximity and with extensive and well-developed transport links and infrastructure," in a statement, FIFA stated.

    FIFA also emphasized its commitment to mitigating the environmental impact of the tournament. While details of these measures were not outlined in the statement, the organization indicated that it would prioritize sustainability and environmental responsibility throughout the event.

    FIFA announces environmental initiatives to tackle carbon footprint concerns for 2030 World Cup
    Photo: FIFA announces environmental initiatives to tackle carbon footprint concerns for 2030 World Cup 
    Source: FIFA

    Additionally, FIFA highlighted that the selection of just one bid for the tournament significantly reduced the need for travel in relation to site inspection visits and other related meetings, further contributing to the overall reduction of emissions.

    Furthermore, FIFA confirmed that as hosts, Morocco, Portugal, and Spain, along with Uruguay, Argentina, and Paraguay, as hosts of the centenary celebration, would automatically qualify for the tournament. This means that six out of the 48 participating teams have already been confirmed.

    "Morocco, Portugal, and Spain, as tournament hosts, and Uruguay, Argentina, and Paraguay, as hosts of the centenary celebration, will qualify automatically from the slot allocation quota of their respective confederations," FIFA stated.

    As FIFA continues to face scrutiny over the environmental impact of its flagship tournament, the organization's commitment to addressing these concerns will be closely watched by activists and soccer fans worldwide. The measures taken to mitigate the environmental impact of the 2030 World Cup could set a precedent for future international sporting events aiming to balance the excitement of competition with environmental responsibility.

     

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