News: Environment

UNSW researcher assesses Tokyo Olympics’ sustainability credentials 

Having set objectives to be the most sustainable Olympics in history, Tokyo 2020’s sustainability pledge has been pushed in the Games’ lead-up, with the theme ‘Be better,…

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Jul 29, 2021 Environment / Sport / Venues /

 
 

Ken Rosewall Arena and Mon Repos Turtle Centre among buildings shortlisted at 2021 World Architecture Festival Awards

The World Architecture Festival (WAF) Awards has announced its 2021 shortlist, celebrating buildings and landscapes to have been completed across the world between 2019 and 2021. The…

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Jul 20, 2021 ByKaren Sweaney Culture / Design / Environment / Sport / Venues /

 
 

International sport environment bodies call for global health protocols for venue operations

A group of leading sport-oriented non-governmental organisation (NGOs) have joined with the International WELL Building Institute (IWBI) to launch a campaign calling for…

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Jul 17, 2021 Environment / Safety / Sport / Venues /

 
 

Katherine Ultra Marathon encourages athletes of all abilities

The Northern Territory's ultra-adventure race - the Katherine Ultra Marathon – which begins at Katherine’s stunning Nitmiluk National Park on 7th August, is encouraging…

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Jun 27, 2021 Environment / Events / Fitness / Parks / Sport /

 
 

Nike covers Hong Kong basketball court surface with grind materials

Made from 20,000 pairs of used sneakers, Nike is making a difference for climate change and serving the community Shek Lei Grind Court - a sustainable artistic transformation of an estate…

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Jun 13, 2021 Environment / Play / Recreation / Sport / Surfaces /

 
 

Melbourne movement restrictions forces postponement of Sports Environment Alliance awards

The Sports Environment Alliance has advised that award its 2020 SEAChanger Awards, scheduled to be held at the MCG on 17th June have been postponed until further notice. In a statement,…

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Jun 12, 2021 Environment / Events / Sport / Venues /

 
 

Motorsport Australia’s green impact initiative nominated for Sports Environment Alliance award

Motorsport Australia has announced that it has been nominated by the Sports Environment Alliance (SEA) as one of three finalists for the SEA Member category as part of this year’s…

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Jun 11, 2021 Environment / Events / Sport /

 
 

New cycling series spotlights Canberra

A new television series - Trail Towns - showcases Canberra as a cycling destination. With its picturesque trails and open spaces, Canberra has long been known as a haven for cyclists.…

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Jun 2, 2021 Environment / Hospitality / Marketing / Sport /

 
 

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