Pierluigi Zacheo, Author at New Polis e-journal

Quality Lifestyle, Sustainable Urbanization

Beyond Green Claims (Part II): Governance, Legacy and Trust in Sustainable Sports Events

Governance and operational planning for sustainable sports events during the preparation of a major international competition.

Sustainable sports events depend on far more than emissions reductions and operational efficiency. Drawing on international experience, Pierluigi Zacheo examines the role of governance, local partnerships, legacy, and accountability in turning sustainability ambitions into credible long-term results.

Pierluigi Zacheo
June 15, 2026

Quality Lifestyle, Sustainable Urbanization

Beyond Green Claims (Part I): The Operational Reality of Sustainable Sport Events

Operational preparations behind sustainable sports events, including logistics infrastructure and event operations supporting major international competitions.

Major sporting events increasingly promote ambitious sustainability goals, yet their greatest environmental impacts often remain hidden within complex operational systems. Drawing on examples from Formula E, Formula 1, the Olympic Games, and other international events, Pierluigi Zacheo explores why transport, logistics, procurement, governance, and planning decisions ultimately determine whether sustainability commitments translate into real-world results.

Pierluigi Zacheo
June 8, 2026