A collection of 44 players have joined forces to tackle their carbon footprint during the flight-heavy Women’s World Cup in Australia and New Zealand this summer
A group of players competing at the Women’s World Cup have taken it upon themselves to address the environmental impact their travelling will cause.
Denmark star Sofie Junge Pedersen has brought together a collection of 44 players, in conjunction with Common Goal and Football For Future, to take responsibility for their carbon footprint. Pedersen, Canada’s Jessie Fleming and Italy’s Elena Linari are among those donating money to carbon offsetting and environmental initiatives.
The tournament, which runs from July 20 to August 20, takes place across Australia and New Zealand. It is the first Women’s World Cup to be held across more than one country, which presents a clear environmental problem, with air travel unavoidable.
“The fact that this is a player-led initiative is inspiring,” Roma defender Linari said. “Like all players, I’m focused on doing the best I can at the World Cup, but I also want to acknowledge that football has an impact on the planet, and most importantly, do something concrete about it.”