The upcoming 2026 World Cup is set to be the largest soccer tournament ever, expanding from 32 to 48 teams across 16 North American cities. This increased scale has sparked significant concerns regarding the environmental sustainability of the event, particularly its carbon footprint. FIFA's Climate Strategy aims for a 50% reduction in emissions by 2030 and net zero by 2040 through various initiatives, including renewable energy use and sustainable infrastructure. However, critics question the effectiveness and transparency of FIFA's reliance on carbon offsetting, especially after allegations of misleading claims during the Qatar 2022 World Cup.
Fifa has pledged to reduce emissions by 50% by 2030 and achieve net zero by 2040, but its carbon offsetting strategy faces skepticism regarding its effectiveness.
Critics argue that Fifa's reliance on carbon offsetting lacks transparency, which could hinder efforts to mitigate the tournament's environmental impact.
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