Banter 32: Sustainability in Sport, 14Aug24, Claudine Pearson

Claudine introduces us to the role played by sport in our wellbeing, the issues being forced on sports by climate change, and the resulting sustainability policies at national level; and encourages us to think how these can be applied at the parish and community levels./

Video Timeline (Min:sec):

00.00 - 04:27 Introduction to Claudine

04:27 - 18:21 Presentation

18:21 - 60:00 (end) Q & A


Source:

Claudine's dicussion was based on this statement:

Sport England launched its sustainability strategy in May 2024, stating “We believe nothing has the potential to suppress physical activity, along with the health and happiness benefits it brings, more than climate change – whether it's disrupting major events or thwarting mass participation.And it will be those least active and most deprived who'll suffer the most. We know participation levels are being affected by the increasing prevalence of extreme weather events such as heatwaves and flooding.

And, like the rest of society, the sport and physical activity sector is contributing to, and exacerbating, these effects.

We have multiple impacts on the environment, through energy consumption in our facilities and in travelling to participation opportunities, and through the equipment we use and waste we create.”

Grassroots sports clubs and recreational grounds play a significant role in the physical and social health and wellbeing of local communities. The vast majority are volunteer-led and already face significant challenges to maintain facilities. How can we help fix the leaking roof and tackle climate change?


Presentation:


Chat text:

00:16:00 Nik Mckiernan: Hi. Listening on audio only 👍

00:17:34 Peter Bates: I will need to leave at 12:40 to go and do some paid work!!

00:25:39 Garry Ford: Andrew, is it the official view of the IPCC that 1.5C has been breached?

00:35:49 Amanda Davis: Personally Feeding the slugs well in the Cotswolds!!

00:40:20 Garry Ford: Cloud Forest (gardensbythebay.com.sg)

00:42:51 Amanda Davis: Belbin named his Plant well

00:44:54 Amanda Davis: Remember the huge power in FOMO!!!

00:51:10 Peter Bates: For the Burwell Carnival - we had an initial focus on “Health and the impact of Climate Change “ based upon some research done at Imperial College, London See https://preview.shorthand.com/2pu7UIS8FPoNTki6?link_id=3&can_id=9b0d8ae2a9d7df014011998175b7a68d&source=email-imaginarium-burwell-carnival-follow-up&email_referrer=email_2374314&email_subject=imaginarium-burwell-carnival-follow-up 00:51:32 Peter Bates: https://www.imperial.ac.uk/grantham/publications/briefing-papers/?link_id=5&can_id=9b0d8ae2a9d7df014011998175b7a68d&source=email-imaginarium-burwell-carnival-follow-up&email_referrer=email_2374314&email_subject=imaginarium-burwell-carnival-follow-up

00:53:18 Peter Bates: Inspire, Educate, Persuade https://eastcambscan.org/about/

00:54:11 Peter Bates: Sorry I need to go!!

00:58:06 Garry Ford: I use a slide with 18 impacts of climate change for the UK

00:58:42 Amanda Davis: Child pester power is great too. When footie fields flood, this is a way for the kids teams to "educate / interest / desire" and take back into home

00:59:03 Amanda Davis: Replying to "I use a slide with 1..."

would love to see that Garry

01:01:50 Garry Ford: Replying to "I use a slide with 1..."

I can send it to you Amanda

01:02:08 Amanda Davis: Replying to "I use a slide with 1..."

[email protected]

01:02:15 Amanda Davis: Reacted to "I can send it to you..." with ❤️

01:03:39 Amanda Davis: Let's talk about climate change... Linda Aspey ….. addresses psychology

01:04:06 Helen Dye: https://www.routledge.com/The-Low-Carbon-Good-Life/Pretty/p/book/9781032388205

01:04:21 Amanda Davis: How Climate psychology can improve our climate conversations

01:04:49 Belinda Bawden: Climate Deniers are alive and well in Lyme Regis, I'm afraid!

The town council recently undertook a public consultation on our 20mph proposal and an anti-Climate Change group called Climate Con jumped on it and skewed the results to say 'No'. The climate deniers on the town council are cock-a-hoop and will no doubt reject the proposal on the strength of the skewed public survey.

We also have organised climate deniers disrupting meetings and hustings in the south west.

01:06:34 Helen Dye: For using nature, and nature connectedness as the 'entry point' https://findingnature.org.uk/

01:07:08 Jacky Lawrence, Napton PC Climate and Environment Working Party: Reacted to "Climate Deniers are ..." with 😭

01:07:19 Amanda Davis: Health Education behaviour change lessons re quit smoking in the naughties

01:07:45 Linda Cox: Town councils seem to be full of climate deniers, though things are changing with the push to achieve net zero. About 10 years ago cycling group I am in proposed a few routes so children could cycle to school and people get around town easier, we were treated like idiots and called a minority pressure group!

01:07:48 Helen Dye: Climate deniers are also alive and kicking in Cambridgeshire!

01:09:37 Helen Dye: https://www.climatepsychologyalliance.org/

01:09:52 Belinda Bawden: Replying to "I use a slide with 1..."

I'd love to see that too, Garry. [email protected] Thanks, Belinda

01:10:49 Garry Ford: Reacted to "I'd love to see that..." with 👍

01:12:00 Bonny Williams: Here's a link to the 40 Ways to Reduce your Carbon Footprint poster https://www.pacemanningtree.org.uk/copy-of-earth-festival

01:12:36 Bonny Williams: Here's a link to the Thirty for 30 from Professor Jules Pretty at the University of Essex https://eastangliabylines.co.uk/environment/climate/thirty-for-30-how-to-reduce-your-carbon-footprint/

01:12:39 tristram cary: Belinda I'm sorry to hear that you have climate deniers, but in my experience they mostly accept there is a climate crisis but they don't agree that the suggested solutions are effective. For instance they may think 20 mph is damaging to the economy.

01:13:25 Bonny Williams: Replying to "Here's a link to the..."

If you'd like the artwork for this to create a hyperlocal one for your area, please contact me at [email protected]

01:13:30 tristram cary: I'm sorry but I need to leave now. Thank you Andrew.

01:13:44 Garry Ford: Replying to "Belinda I'm sorry to..."

Tristram, Reform are very clear in their message that climate change is not caused by humans.

01:14:30 Belinda Bawden: Replying to "Here's a link to the..."

Yes, please, Bonny. [email protected]

01:15:20 Bonny Williams: Replying to "Here's a link to the..."

No probs, Belinda 01:17:02 Amanda Davis: Replying to "Here's a link to the..."

@Bonny Williams may I have this too please [email protected] MANY thanks

01:17:03 frank deas: Thanks everyone for really helpful conversations and ideas. need to go now

01:19:11 Helen Dye: Replying to "Belinda I'm sorry to..."

Quote from the Reform candidate for the Huntingdon Constituency: "In the war on the motorist, I'm firmly on the side of the motorist, which in practice means 90% of the public and business."

01:20:21 Andrew Maliphant: www.slcc.co.uk/climate-action/

01:20:48 sarah woffenden: sorry

01:20:53 Tim Rickard: In the Forest of Dean we have a comprehensive Climate Action Plan. See also, Lancaster, Cornwall, Lewes and many others….

01:22:13 Bonny Williams: Replying to "Here's a link to the..."

Yes, of course, Amanda.

01:23:07 Amanda Davis: Replying to "Here's a link to the..."

🙏 01:23:14 sarah woffenden: thank you very much excellent - really helpful

01:23:16 Tim Rickard: Thank you, Andrew, Bravo!

01:23:20 Belinda Bawden: Dorset Council has a great Sustainability team and Strategy but have struggled, in my opinion, to reach out to their county with their expertise and practical actions. We're working on it as we have a new (LibDem) administration

01:23:44 Belinda Bawden: Thanks, Andrew!


Meeting Summary for 14Aug24:

Aug 14, 2024 11:47 AM London ID: 834 5460 8536

Claudine, a newly appointed climate officer, led a discussion on the impact of climate change on sports and the importance of sustainability strategies in sports. The team also discussed the financial implications of implementing sustainability strategies, the importance of adaptation and mitigation strategies in sports clubs, and the need for further discussions on solutions.

Climate Change, Sports, and Sustainability Discussion

Claudine expressed her concerns about presenting solely through slides, recalling previous successful discussions without visual aids. She then proceeded to present on the impact of climate change on sports, using a recent article by Chris Boardman as a reference. The team welcomed new attendees and discussed ongoing improvements, with Jools experiencing some technical difficulties. Claudine, a newly appointed climate officer, shared her belief in the power of sport to transform communities and her involvement in various organizations promoting sustainability. The discussion also revealed diverse sports-related interests and activities among the attendees, with Claudine inviting feedback and questions on sustainability strategies.

Climate Change and Sports Disruption

Claudine led a discussion on the impact of climate change on sports. She highlighted how extreme weather and water quality issues have disrupted sporting events, such as the Paris Olympics and the British Association for Sustainability in Sport's concern for international athletes. Claudine also mentioned the Worcester Cricket Club's potential move due to flooding and the link between climate change and popular sports like golf, football, and cricket. She also noted local issues, such as water quality problems in the River Wye and the cancellation of a regatta due to lack of water.

Sports, Sustainability, and Collaboration Efforts

Claudine initiated a discussion about the relationship between sports and sustainability, highlighting both the positive and negative impacts of sports on the environment. She emphasized the role of sports clubs in tackling climate change and the importance of sustainability strategies. Claudine also discussed the efforts of various sports organizations in developing sustainability strategies and the need for collaboration with local communities and environmental groups. Andrew raised concerns about the financial implications of implementing sustainability strategies in sports, while Stuart shared his recent interest in sustainability and mentioned Forest Green's efforts to build a carbon-neutral stadium.

Sustainable Sports and Environmental Challenges

Claudine and Stuart discussed the importance of promoting sustainable practices in sports, using examples like Forest Green to encourage more eco-friendly behavior. Amanda shared her experiences in dragon boating and highlighted the challenges of competing on an international level, as well as the issue of flooding affecting sports grounds and the problem of light pollution from sports facilities. She also invited participation in a class action against polluters and shared her role as a director with Minnie County Co-OP, which is funding a community fund to encourage sustainability-based bids from sports clubs. Lastly, Jools and Claudine discussed the impact of transport and travel on sports and the environment, and proposed a follow-up conversation to further explore these topics.

Strategic Collaboration on Climate Resilience Studies

tim proposed increasing engagement with Claudine in the hub, while Jacky suggested strategic collaboration on climate resilience studies. Claudine emphasized the importance of adaptation and mitigation strategies in sports clubs in response to climate change, highlighting the need for risk assessments and policies to ensure athlete safety. Amanda proposed a model biodiversity policy for clubs and suggested ways to reduce energy bills and promote sustainability, including composting and using green spaces. David stressed the need to address the integrated set of problems, including biodiversity and net-zero awareness, beyond individual issues.

Adaptability, Sports, and Climate Solutions

David discussed the human body's adaptability to extreme temperatures and the importance of considering the wet bulb globe temperature (WBGT) when planning activities. Claudine highlighted the impact of extreme temperatures on sports pitches and the wider environmental implications, emphasizing the need to consider playing fields as potential sources of energy. She proposed further discussions on solutions in a few months. Andrew introduced Ed Gimbels, a climate activist and leader of the climate party, as the speaker for the next meeting.


To Do list:

Claudine to follow up with Jools regarding transport and travel aspects of Sport England's strategy.

Claudine to research and provide examples of climate adaptation strategies for sports clubs.

Tim to connect with Claudine to discuss potential collaboration with the Midlands Net Zero Hub.

Claudine to investigate Sport England's guidance on climate adaptation for clubs.

Claudine to prepare a more comprehensive presentation on sports and sustainability solutions for a future meeting.

Andrew to facilitate Ed Gimbels' presentation at the next meeting.


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