Tag: sustainability

The convergence of outdoor sports with sustainable development represents one of the most promising frontiers in contemporary sports science and practice. As we prepare to host the ICOS+ International Congress of Outdoor Sports at the Sport Sciences School of Rio Maior – Santarém Polytechnic University in June 2025, we are dedicated to explore this dynamic intersection that holds tremendous potential for economic growth, social cohesion, and environmental stewardship.

With its origin dating back to 1960, the FISU World Conference is a core element and the academic highlight of the FISU World University Games. Within a three-day programme, the FISU World Conference creates a platform for interdisciplinary scientific exchange and stimulates research and creativity beyond the scope of academia. In 2025, the FISU World Conference will include outstanding keynotes and panelists and further provide a platform for innovative formats and engaging opportunities which are open to the general public.

Launched in 2019, the Sport Ecology Group (SEG) has experienced tremendous growth as a research consortium and interdisciplinary field. Driven by a mission to produce high-quality research, and weave that research into elevated learning experiences for students, stronger relationships with industry practitioners, and accessible public scholarship, we are excited to welcome applications for new members and graduate students. 

The overall aim of this Topic is to showcase research that centers on sustainability-oriented teaching and learning in PE to consider the significance of challenges and contribution to education for sustainability. We welcome contributions that focus on sustainability-oriented teaching and learning in PE, including PE teacher education. Study designs may include empirical studies, theoretical studies (e.g., policy document analyses), and case studies, among others.

This Research Topic editors Donatella Radogna and Christian Tolstrup Jensen aim to showcase original and innovative research, experiences, and projects demonstrating the potential of sports tourism in promoting sustainable development. This includes defining appropriate practices for repurposing and restoring buildings, optimizing the enjoyment and appreciation of natural environments (particularly in depopulated internal regions), initiating processes of social improvement, and fostering the creation of new local micro-economies.

This PhD position focuses on sustainable urban planning, with emphasis on physical activity and sport in urban areas. Studies of cities and communities that prioritize active lifestyles show that they tend to be more sustainable by enabling residents to be more physically active in their daily routines. We therefore encourage applications focusing on areas such as organised and un-organised sport and physical activity, active mobility, public sector engagement for sport facilitation, sport and social inclusion, and sport for development.

In today's sports landscape, the need for equity, diversity, and inclusion (EDI) is crucial. This conference focuses on examining EDI in sports, specifically emphasizing gender and sustainability. Our goal is to challenge and disrupt existing norms in the sports industry while exploring the intersection of EDI, gender dynamics, and sustainability. We aim to unravel complexities and pave the way for transformative change within the sports arena. 

Leading academics, national governing bodies, climate action charities, athletes, fans and key policy makers will come together at this symposium to present the key climate issues in sport and how we can overcome them. The answers to the challenges we face are not simple, but we can start by asking the vital questions.  Please join this crucial conversation as we begin co-creating a roadmap towards a sustainable future for sport and the planet.

Climate change already has affected sports in many ways. Athletes suffer from having to perform in extreme heat, winter events are cancelled due to lack of snow or moved because of warmer climate. Many sports have strong links to and appreciation of nature, yet their environmental impact remains problematic. The overall aim of this Special Issue is to pinpoint research-based options for sports to work proactively with climate change through informed management, combining innovation and tradition at a global scale.

The conference is being organised by the Cricket Research Network (see below for a statement of aims), which is chaired by Dr Raf Nicholson. The conference will serve as the launch of the network, and all conference attendees will be encouraged to sign up to network membership. More information about the network will be provided during the conference. We are seeking short (maximum 20-minute) research-based presentations from anyone who has original research into cricket which they would like to share.