BASIS Sustainable Sport Conference 2024
Another thought provoking and inspiring BASIS Conference, this time hosted at Emirates Old Trafford.
The leading conference focusing on sustainability in the UK sports sector, this year’s event brought together key faces in sport and sustainability including Dame Katherine Grainger, Chris Boardman and speakers from DCMS, UEFA, the EFL, The R&A, Silverstone, MCC, ATP Tour, the RYA, The Jockey Club, RSPB and WWF, to increase understanding, generate awareness and highlight solutions to enable sport organisations of all sizes to build a more sustainable future.
The 2024 Focus
Over two hundred conference attendees were present for a day of vibrant panel discussions, presentations and keynote addresses featuring a wide range of speakers from the world of sport and beyond. Topics for discussion included:
Leadership & Governance
Delivering Radical Change
Sustainable Transport Solutions
Biodiversity in Sport
Social Transformation Through Sport
Athletes & The Power of Sport
Reducing Sport’s Carbon Footprint
Profit & Purpose In Sport
Sustainable Broadcasting
Emirates Old Trafford, nestled in the heart of Manchester, provided an ideal backdrop for the day's sessions. Renowned for its historic significance in cricket, the venue echoed the spirit of innovation and sustainability that spread through the discussions. Manchester, a city with a rich sporting heritage and a strong commitment to environmental consciousness, served as an apt host for such an event.
The day at Emirates Old Trafford epitomised a collective commitment to sustainability, innovation, and collaboration. Delegates left with ideas, greater understanding and inspiration to continue to progress sport as a catalyst for better practices and the improved health of our planet, our communities and our people.
Conference Partners
Peter Watts Rockvolt MD
"Without a doubt, the BASIS Sustainable Sport Conference 2024 stands as our most impactful yet. The breadth and depth of discussions surpassed all expectations, covering vital themes like leadership, radical change, sustainable transport, biodiversity, social transformation, athlete empowerment, carbon footprint reduction, purpose-driven profit, and sustainable broadcasting.
Each topic was addressed with passion and expertise, fostering greater understanding within the sporting community. As a BASIS Board Member, I am proud to say that this conference truly set the standard for advancing sustainability in sports, inspiring actionable change and leaving a lasting impact on the industry."
“We need to find a whole different gear”
"Sport is not just an entertainment product, it is the expression of community, identity and belonging. Climate change is one of the biggest challenges humanity has ever faced, and we have a responsibility to rediscover and live out those values."
"We're drawing 1-1 in a pre-season friendly and we're celebrating it like we've won the title. We need to find a whole different gear, a different level. That's not always going to be comfortable but it's the only option we have.'
Quotes from BASIS Social Transformation Panel
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