7.9b How is climate change affecting sport and physical activity participation and education, particularly among young people and other priority groups?

Background

DCMS requires a comprehensive understanding of the two-way relationship between sport and the environment. We seek evidence on how sport, by delivering place-based health and inclusion outcomes, builds community resilience and contributes to the UK's climate adaptation strategies and UN Sustainable Development Goals. DCMS must also understand the threat climate change poses to participation, particularly for young people. Finally, to ensure our infrastructure is 'fit for the future,' DCMS calls for R&D into the environmental sustainability of pitches (addressing carbon, materials, and recycling) to drive innovation and reduce the sector’s footprint.

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