London 2012

For London's 2012, 'sustainability' is far more than being 'Green'. It's engrained into their thinking, form the way they plan, build and work, buy, to the way we play, socialise and travel; ultimately everything they do!

They committed to:

• using venues already existing in the UK where possible,
• only make permanent structures that can be used after the games,
• build temporary structures for everything else.

Towards a 'One Planet 2012' - helping us to live within the World's resources, rather than using three planets worth of resources as we currently do.

The sustainability plan focuses on 5 main themes:

1. Climate Change- minimising green house gas emissions.
2. Waste- minimising it at every stage of the project, ensuring no waste is sent to landfill during Games-time.
3. Biodiversity- minimising the impact on wildlife, their habitats around the venues,
4. Inclusion- promoting access for all and celebrating the diversity of London/UK, creating new employment, training and business opportunities.
5. Healthy living- inspiring people to take up sport and develop active, healthy and sustainable lifestyles.