Climate Change and Sports Impact

The video discusses the impact of climate change on sports, highlighting efforts by the Paris Olympics and the New York Yankees to reduce greenhouse gas emissions. It explores the challenges posed by rising temperatures and extreme weather on sports, including baseball and winter sports. The Yankees' sustainable practices at their stadium are showcased as a model for environmental responsibility.

What is the main environmental goal set by the organizers of the Paris Olympics?

• To plant a tree for every ticket sold

• To generate less than half the greenhouse gas emissions of the last two summer games

• To use only solar energy for the event

• To recycle all waste produced during the games

Who is Allen Hershkowitz and what role does he play in sports?

• A baseball coach for the Yankees

• An environmental science and sustainability advisor for the New York Yankees

• A climate change activist

• A sports commentator

What is the primary climate-related concern for sports scientists today?

• Rising sea levels

• Air pollution

• Extreme heat

• Increased rainfall

What adaptation was made for the 2019 World Championship Marathon in Qatar?

• It was postponed to the winter

• It was held indoors

• It was shortened to a half marathon

• It was held at midnight

What is a significant challenge for winter sports due to climate change?

• Decreased interest from athletes

• Shorter and more erratic winter seasons

• Increased travel costs

• Lack of sponsorship

How has Gus Schumacher responded to the challenges posed by climate change?

• By switching to summer sports

• By advocating for climate action on Capitol Hill

• By moving to a colder region

• By retiring from skiing

What eco-friendly feature does the Yankees' stadium have?

• Solar panels on the roof

• A natural cooling system that doesn't require air conditioning

• A rainwater harvesting system

• Wind turbines for energy

What percentage of Americans regularly follow sports compared to science?

• 50% follow both sports and science

• Over 80% follow sports, less than 20% follow science

• 70% follow sports, 30% follow science

• Less than 20% follow sports, over 80% follow science

What is one of the Yankees' strategies to reduce food waste?

• Composting all leftover food

• Burning food waste to generate energy

• Donating packaged food to shelters after every game

• Feeding leftover food to animals

Why are athletes considered influential in promoting environmental literacy?

• They have more free time to engage in activism

• They have a large social media following

• They are seen as role models and can influence public behavior

• They are required to promote environmental causes