One with Nature

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What are the impacts of environmental inequities on sport?

Improved air and water quality for athletes
Competing in polluted environments (correct)
Increased access to clean training facilities
Enhanced performance due to environmental challenges

What is a significant environmental issue impacting sport?

Rising popularity of indoor sports
Increase in natural resources for sport
Decrease in spectator interest
Global warming (correct)

How does sport megaevents impact the environment?

Reduced participant consumption during events
Range of sports in many environments with construction impact (correct)
Limited environmental impact due to strict regulations
Minimal infrastructure development

What is an outcome of the unsustainable use of the environment in sports?

Damaging infrastructure and impacting events (D) Signup and view all the answers

How does erosion of shorelines impact sports?

Affects beaches and golf courses (D) Signup and view all the answers

What is a consequence of major weather incidents on sports?

Damaging infrastructure and impacting events (D) Signup and view all the answers

How does interspecies inequity impact sports and the environment?

Challenges the balance of natural ecosystems (D) Signup and view all the answers

What is a significant impact of sport on the environment?

Impact of construction for sport megaevents (C) Signup and view all the answers

How does less precipitation impact sports?

Requirement for artificial snow in certain sports (D) Signup and view all the answers

What is a potential impact of forest fires on sports?

Damaging natural environments for outdoor recreation (A) Signup and view all the answers

What is the main focus of 'Leave no trace' principle in outdoor recreation?

Minimizing garbage and waste in natural environments (D) Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary characteristic of strong ecological modernization (EM)?

Consulting with the public and reflecting on consequences of new technologies (B) Signup and view all the answers

What does sustainability strategy aim to address according to the 'triple bottom line'?

Economic, environmental, and social aspects (D) Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary concern regarding the production of sport equipment from plastics?

Environmental impact of plastic production and disposal (B) Signup and view all the answers

What is a key characteristic of weak ecological modernization (EM)?

Market demand for pro-environment products and services (D) Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary concern related to golf courses' use of fresh water?

Diversion of water and its impact on local ecosystems (D) Signup and view all the answers

What is the main issue associated with 'sport washing'?

Misleading environmental claims associated with sports (A) Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary emphasis of the 'footprint' concept in outdoor recreation?

Understanding and minimizing impact on natural environment (D) Signup and view all the answers

What is the main concern regarding the construction of golf courses in or near protected areas?

Potential harm to unique habitats and wetlands (B) Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary focus of the 'interaction with natural environment' aspect of outdoor recreation?

Minimizing negative impact on natural environment (C) Signup and view all the answers