SOCIAL RESPONSIBILITY
European Aquatics, Stari Grad, Tourist of Board Stari Grad and Croatian Swimming Federation are committed to set a benchmark for aquatics events by delivering a set of sustainable practices which aim to:
- Minimise the environmental impact of the 2025 European Aquatics Events;
- Foster social and economic legacy for the benefit of the host local and wider community;
- Inspire the local and wider community to adopt healthy and active styles through the Aquatics Social Responsibility Strategy;
- Promote the sustainable development goals as a catalyst for sustainable development through sports;
Our organizations recognise that maintaining a clean environment and conserving water are essential for ensuring a healthy and sustainable world, which is crucial for the well-being of athletes and society. We are also aware that achieving the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals requires significant and transformative actions to halt and reverse biodiversity loss by 2030.
We aim to make a positive contribution to the promotion of a sustainable future for aquatics, therefore all participants, team members, staff, volunteers and spectators are encouraged to support a joint ambition and commitment to sustainability by embarking on a journey to reduce their individual carbon footprint.
This Sustainability & Legacy Plan is aligned with the sustainability goals and policies of the Stari Grad, Croatia, Tourist of Board Stari Grad and Croatian Swimming Federation and will be implemented with a focus on the five following key priorities:
SUSTAINABILITY KEY PRIORITY
Green Task Force
SGD & RELEVANT STRAND
Environmental
SGD: 12, 13, 15
INITIATIVES
- Recruit a small team to monitor waste stations, energy use, and promote sustainability throughout the event. Place clear signs for recycling and waste at all event areas.
Eliminate the Plastic
SGD & RELEVANT STRAND
Environmental
SGD: 12, 13, 14
INITIATIVES
- Water Refill Stations- temporary refill points at key location;
- Reusable Water Bottles- Distribute branded reusable bottles to athletes and staff
- No plastic cups.
Waste Management
SGD & RELEVANT STRAND
Environmental
SGD: 12, 13, 14
INITIATIVES
- Reusable decorations
Adiccional Measures
Local producers parternships
- Local catering;
Clean energy solutions
- Solar-powered phone charging spots.
Further information about Sustainability & Legacy for this event will be shared through the official communication channels, including the European Aquatics, Stari Grad, Tourist of Board Stari Grad and Croatian Swimming Federation.
Contacts
LOCAL ORGANISING COMMITTEE
Marija Luburić | glavnitajnik@croswim.org
TZ Stari Grad – Žaneta Roić | direktorica@visit-stari-grad.com
EUROPEAN AQUATICS
Silvia Costa | silviacosta@europeanaquatics.org