For many Victorians, the long weekend leading up to Cup Day is a time to celebrate — a chance to gather with friends and family and enjoy one of Australia’s most iconic sporting and cultural traditions.

But behind the glamour, fashion, and thunder of hooves on the track, the Victoria Racing Club (VRC) is working hard to ensure that this iconic event is also leading the charge on sustainability.

As Australia prepares for the Brisbane 2032 Olympic and Paralympic Games, there’s a generational opportunity to design sporting precincts where circular systems are built in, not bolted on. Refunds from containers could help fund community sport, environmental programs and infrastructure — showing how sustainability can underpin major events.

A new BBC Sport article has highlighted the power of grassroots clubs to “change the country” in the face of the growing climate crisis - a message that strongly echoes the mission of the Sports Environment Alliance (SEA).

Cricket Victoria has announced a significant partnership with Victoria’s Container Deposit Scheme (CDS), aiming to enhance sustainability within the sport. This collaboration aligns with the global Green Sports Day 2025, underscoring the commitment of Australian sports to environmental responsibility.

Athletes Can Lead the ‘Climate Comeback’ On and Off the Field

Many of the nation’s most iconic sporting venues have confirmed their commitment to Australia’s Green Sports Day 2025, a global celebration of sport’s collective action on climate.

South Australia’s coastline is experiencing one of the most significant algal blooms in decades, stretching more than 150 kilometres from the Fleurieu Peninsula to Gulf St Vincent.

Global environmental initiative comes to Australia as the sporting community rallies behind #noplanetnoplay

Guest columnist Matt Rendell, former ITV Tour de France broadcaster, pulls no punches in opinion piece, written in collaboration with the Cool Down Network.

Grassroots sport has long been the heartbeat of communities, but new research highlights just how exposed it is to the realities of a changing climate.

We’re proud to share that Sports Environment Alliance has been shortlisted in the ‘Community Initiative’ category at the Sport Positive Awards 2025 for our project Reducing Community Waste: A Team Sport.

Climate change may not just bring heat - it could bring hail storms the size of tennis balls. For sport and community across Australia, being prepared isn’t an option - it’s essential.

Sports Environment Alliance are pleased to welcome Commonwealth Games Australia (CGA) as the newest member of the Sports Environment Alliance (SEA), as we continue to grow a collective of sports leaders committed to protecting the places where we play.

As the climate crisis intensifies, cricket — a sport deeply rooted in tradition and played under open skies — is facing a growing threat that can no longer be ignored.

Despite FIFA’s stated commitment to climate action, researchers highlight that longer travel distances, increased energy use, and a larger volume of spectators and infrastructure will lead to higher emissions—raising questions about how sporting bodies balance growth with environmental responsibility.

The Tour de France offers a strong example of how even the largest events can transition toward more sustainable operations - not through one solution, but by embedding environmental thinking into every decision: from transport to infrastructure, education, and beyond.

While the tennis world turns its eyes to Centre Court each July, Wimbledon continues to lead off-court as well - setting a global benchmark for sustainability in sport.

The Met Office's article "How extreme weather affects sport in the UK," explores the significant impact of extreme weather events—such as heatwaves, storms, and heavy rainfall—on sports in the UK. These weather conditions can lead to the cancellation or postponement of events, pose health risks to athletes, and influence the scheduling and planning of sporting activities.

The International Olympic Committee (IOC) has officially launched the 2025 edition of its Climate Action Awards, continuing its commitment to recognising and supporting climate leadership within the global sporting community.

Former F1 engineer Dr. Cristiana Pace is steering the sports industry towards a greener future. As the founder of Enovation Consulting, she emphasizes that we've only scratched the surface when it comes to embedding sustainability into sport.