Wrapping up

UNB basketball players at the net

If you're a UNB student completing this module for coursework, be sure to complete the reflection section as part of your requirements.

Reflection

Conclusion

In this module, we looked at how sports intersect with sustainability. We considered sustainability in the context of sports and major sporting events, and the impact that sports have on the UN Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).

We also looked at the ways sports impact climate change and how climate change is and will continue to impact various aspects of sport. Finally, we learned about some of the organizations working to support sustainability in sports and had a chance to reflect on the ways sustainability and sport impact your life.

Call to action

The next time you attend a sporting event (like cheering on our UNB REDS) consider how you can make your experience more sustainable. How will you get there?

Can you walk, bike, carpool, or take public transit? If you're traveling for the event, look for accommodation that values sustainability.

Plan ahead by eating before you go, recycling while you're there, and checking if the event itself follows eco-friendly practices.