Introduction to Sustainability
As the International Federation and global custodian of the sport of rowing, World Rowing is dedicated to use the power of sport to bring about positive change by activating and inspiring its communities to act, and contributing its share in the following UN Sustainable Development Goals.
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While practising our sport, we indeed inevitably impact the people, communities and environment around us. We therefore have a responsibility as rowers and administrators to protect and preserve all that we touch through our sport by minimising negative impacts and seeking to make positive impacts instead; World Rowing wants to accompany its communities in this endeavour to facilitate the positive contribution by rowers and rowing to the wellbeing of people, communities and the environment.
As an organisation, World Rowing integrates sustainability principles and objectives into its day-to-day operations and decision-making processes, striving to be a leader in this field among sports federations.
World Rowing’s sustainability strategy or “sustainability race plan” defines the six key principles and the areas in which World Rowing wants to focus its efforts and attention when implementing its policy.
The six key principles are:
1. Healthy Waters
We protect & restore the freshwater & coastal ecosystems that we row and promote the sustainable management of water resources.
We therefore committed to the Healthy Waters Alliance with WWF.
2. Biodiversity
We protect and restore freshwater and coastal ecosystems to preserve biodiversity.
3. Sustainable Sourcing
We manage resources responsibly and sustainably and reduce waste in all its forms.
4. Climate action
We take action to address climate change and its impacts by reducing greenhouse gas emissions.
5. GEDI
We recognise the importance of heritage and indigenous cultural values ant promote fair and equitable practices as they relate to people involved in the sport
6. Collaboration & Education
We leverage the collective power of the global rowing community to address sustainability issues through communication, education and partnerships.