The Climate of Sport
The Climate of Sport is your weekly fast-take on the biggest stories in sport, through the lens of forces reshaping the game. From extreme weather to sustainability, and the business realities behind it, we break down what’s happening, what it means, and why it matters for sports organisations, athletes, leagues, sponsors, investors, fans and participants.
Sport is entering a new era. Climate impacts are already affecting how events are played, scheduled, and delivered, while sustainability is becoming central to governance, funding, and commercial strategy. For those working in the sport ecosystem, investors, and leaders, understanding these shifts isn’t optional, it’s essential. This podcast gives you the context behind the headlines and a front-row seat to the biggest changes shaping the future of sport.
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The Climate of Sport
Energy Hits Cricket, Cabo Verde’s World Cup Moment and the Paris Marathon Debate
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Claire is back with this week's Climate Hat Trick, exploring three hot stories at the intersection of climate change, sustainability, and sport. This week's news emphasises how climate pressure continues to change how sport is scheduled, designed, and delivered.
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Claire’s LinkedIn post - https://www.linkedin.com/posts/clairepoole_sportpositive-sportcomms-sustainabilitycomms-ugcPost-7448288526846169089-SYau?utm_source=share&utm_medium=member_desktop&rcm=ACoAAAC_v64BPy0eKiRIXDgcn5iinPeT5vMzv4k
Christiana Figueres’ LinkedIn post - https://www.linkedin.com/posts/christianafigueres_weve-talked-about-sea-level-rise-in-centimetres-activity-7447611615174123520-mRtY?utm_source=share&utm_medium=member_desktop&rcm=ACoAAAC_v64BPy0eKiRIXDgcn5iinPeT5vMzv4k
Sustainable Sports Apparel Charter - https://5thread.com/charter/
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This week's Climate Hat-Trick stories:
Story 1:
Bangladesh Cricket - https://www.espn.co.uk/cricket/story/_/id/48435832/bcb-changes-timings-mens-womens-games-support-energy-saving-initiative
Pakistan Cricket - https://www.independent.co.uk/asia/south-asia/pakistan-cricket-fans-psl-2026-fuel-shortag-b2944458.html
Story 2:
Cabo Verde kit drop - https://www.footyheadlines.com/2026/04/new-cape-verde-2026-world-cup-home-away-kits.html
Third kit drop expected - https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/7193261/2026/04/13/minnows-cape-verde-to-make-world-cup-debut-in-striking-new-jerseys/
Climate impacts on Cabo Verde - https://portaldoclima.gov.cv/en/climate-change/
Story 3:
Paris Marathon - https://marathonhandbook.com/paris-marathon-water-cup-policy-opinion/
LinkedIn Post with comments - https://www.linkedin.com/posts/alex-cyr-2a2228141_the-paris-marathon-was-the-first-mega-marathon-activity-7449818009646379008-qkUU?utm_source=share&utm_medium=member_desktop&rcm=ACoAAAC_v64BPy0eKiRIXDgcn5iinPeT5vMzv4k
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