Every four years, the Olympics promises to be “the greatest show on Earth,” and, thanks to the impressive caliber of the athletes that compete every year, it always delivers. But while it may be the greatest show, it is not always the greenest. In fact, the London 2012, Rio 2016, and Tokyo 2020 (which, for obvious reasons, actually took place in 2021) events emitted an average of around 3.9 million tons of carbon dioxide.
But this July, the games are heading to Paris, and the event is shaping up to be one of the most sustainable Olympics yet. The French capital will even make a special effort to offer plenty of carbon-friendly vegan food—not bad for a city that is world-renowned for its love of meat and cheese.
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Will the Paris Olympics be sustainable?
According to the Paris 2024 Olympic committee, this year’s Olympic and Paralympic Games will set a…