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6 Including existing and new permanent construction, temporary and overlay structures7 Examples include the Olympic Village, media centres, logistics depots and accommodation8 Such as changing weather patterns (e.g. leading to less snow in some areas), more frequent extreme weather phenomena (floods, storms, droughts, heat waves, etc.) and rising sea levels9 This refers to solutions that seek to avoid environmental pollution and other forms of nuisance to local communities, are safe, accessible to all, inclusive, and promote active travel modes10 Sustainable tourism takes into account its economic, social and environmental impacts, addressing the needs and actions of visitors, the industry, the environment and host communities11 Employees and volunteersSOURCING AND RESOURCE MANAGEMENTMOBILITYWORKFORCECLIMATEINFRASTRUCTURE
AND NATURAL
SITESSCOPEDevelopment and operation of indoor and outdoor sites6 wherever sports activities take place, including support and administrative infrastructure such as non-competition venues7 at the Olympic Games and offices of the Olympic Movement’s organisationsSourcing of products and services by organisations within the Olympic Movement, and management of material resources over their lifecycleMobility of people and goods associated with the Olympic Movement’s activities,
at the local and global scaleWorking conditions and opportunities offered to employees, volunteers and contractors of the Olympic MovementManagement of direct and indirect greenhouse gas emissions associated with the Olympic Movement’s activities, and adaptation to the consequences of climate change8STRATEGIC INTENTS FOR 2030• Use of existing infrastructure is maximised and temporary and demountable venues are used where no long-term venue legacy need exists or can be justified• If built, infrastructure is viable and has a minimal environmental footprint• Sites have a net positive impact on local communities• Sites respect protected natural areas, and urban green spaces are promoted• Sites respect protected cultural areas • Sites conserve water resources and protect water quality• Sourcing of products and services takes account of environmental and social impacts• Products and materials are treated as valuable resources and their lifecycle is optimised• Mobility solutions are environmentally and socially responsible9 • Freight operations are environmentally and socially responsible• Sustainable tourism10
is promoted• Working conditions of employees and volunteers are safe and healthy, and active lifestyles are promoted• Workforce11 exemplifies diversity, inclusivity and gender equality• Quality educational and skills development opportunities are offered to young professionals• Working conditions across the supply chains comply with applicable local, regional and national legislation and international agreements and protocols• Effective carbon reduction strategies are in place for operations and events,
and are aligned with the objectives of the Paris Agreement on climate change• Adaptation to the consequences of climate change is taken into account in the planning of sports facilities and events8 | IOC Sustainability Strategy Executive Summary