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World Cup Emissions Exceed Iceland's Annual Total
world · WiredA recent study found that 80% of the 2026 FIFA World Cup's emissions came from fan travel, with international travel accounting for 82% of the total. The researchers propose a two-stage economic framework to address the climate damage caused by mega-events.
At a glance
- The 2026 FIFA World Cup's emissions are equivalent to Iceland's annual total.
- Fan travel accounts for 82% of the tournament's emissions.
- Researchers propose a two-stage economic framework to address climate damage.