This book explores the previously overlooked negative environmental impact of the sports industry, with a particular emphasis on the carbon footprint of sports facilities and organizations. The authors provide a comprehensive assessment of sustainable development goals, economic, social, and environmental sustainability concepts. They reveal the significant negative effects that the sports sector has on the environment and examine the policies implemented by stakeholders in the industry. The book also explores a case study of the legal policies implemented by the Lithuanian government to reduce the environmental impact of sports. The authors present practical suggestions for environmentally-friendly sports management, supported by examples presented with figures, pictures, and tables. This book fills a gap in the literature, offering suggestions and comments to enrich the practices of stakeholders in the sports industry. It provides an opportunity to make a positive difference for the environment while advancing the field of sports management.
| ISBN: | 9783031374005 |
| Publication date: | 28th July 2023 |
| Author: | Ahmet Atalay, Biruta Švagždien |
| Publisher: | Springer International Publishing AG |
| Format: | Paperback |
| Pagination: | 110 pages |
| Series: | SpringerBriefs in Applied Sciences and Technology |
| Genres: |
Central / national / federal government policies Regional, state and other local government Business innovation Media, entertainment, information and communication industries Environmental management |