The Routledge Handbook Of Sport And Sustainable Development - A Game-Changer for Our Planet

In today's world, sustainable development has become a buzzword, with concerns about environmental degradation and climate change taking center stage. As we seek solutions to address these challenges, it is essential to recognize the power and potential of sport in driving sustainable development.

The Routledge Handbook Of Sport And Sustainable Development, published by Routledge, presents a comprehensive overview of the role of sport in promoting sustainability across various domains. This groundbreaking handbook brings together the expertise of renowned scholars and practitioners to shed light on the immense impact that sport can have on our planet.

The handbook delves into diverse aspects of sustainable development, exploring how sport can contribute to social and economic well-being, environmental preservation, and global peace. With over 50 chapters, it covers a wide range of topics, including:

The Routledge Handbook of Sport and Sustainable Development (Routledge International Handbooks)

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• The role of sport in promoting gender equality and social inclusion
• The economic benefits of sports tourism and sustainable event management
• Sport's role in environmental conservation and climate change adaptation
• Sport as a tool for peacebuilding and conflict resolution
• Community engagement through sport for positive social change

The handbook offers insights into innovative strategies and best practices that can be adopted by sporting organizations, policymakers, and communities to foster sustainable development. It provides a roadmap for harnessing the potential of sport to drive positive change and create a more sustainable future.

One of the distinguishing features of the Routledge Handbook Of Sport And Sustainable Development is its interdisciplinary approach. As sport intersects with various sectors, such as education, health, and urban planning, the handbook explores the interconnected nature of sustainable development and the role of sport in advancing these interconnected goals.

In addition to the expert analysis and scholarly contributions, the handbook also showcases real-world case studies and success stories from around the world. These examples highlight the transformative power of sport and demonstrate the tangible impact it can have on communities and the environment.

Furthermore, the handbook addresses the pressing issue of sport's environmental footprint and explores ways to mitigate its negative impact. It emphasizes the importance of sustainable practices in sports infrastructure development, energy and resource management, and waste reduction.

The Routledge Handbook Of Sport And Sustainable Development is an invaluable resource for researchers, educators, policymakers, and practitioners in the field of sports and sustainability. It offers a comprehensive and up-to-date understanding of the multifaceted relationship between sport and sustainable development, equipping readers with the knowledge and tools needed to make a positive difference.

In , sport has the potential to be a game-changer for our planet, and The Routledge Handbook Of Sport And Sustainable Development provides the roadmap for harnessing this potential. By leveraging the power of sport, we can pave the way for a more sustainable and inclusive future.

The Routledge Handbook of Sport and Sustainable Development (Routledge International Handbooks)

by Per Willy Hetland (Kindle Edition)

4.3 out of 5

Language	:	English
File size	:	2258 KB
Text-to-Speech	:	Enabled
Screen Reader	:	Supported
Enhanced typesetting	:	Enabled
Word Wise	:	Enabled
Print length	:	1010 pages
Item Weight	:	1 pounds
Dimensions	:	9.45 x 0.91 x 6.38 inches

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The Routledge Handbook of Sport and Sustainable Development is a comprehensive and powerful survey of the ways in which sport engages with its social, environmental, and ethical responsibilities.

It considers how sport can use its unique profile and platform to influence the attitudes of sport fans and consumers to promote positive social and environmental action around the world and to contribute to sustainable development, perhaps the most important issue of our time. The book is structured around the 17 UN Sustainable Development Goals, with a section devoted to each goal that contains chapters reviewing key theory and current research, measurement and evaluation issues, and the application of current knowledge in real-world development situations. Drawing on research and expertise from management, sociology, development studies, psychology, and other disciplines, the book examines the role that sport must play in areas such as health and well-being, poverty, education, gender equality, decent work, responsible consumption, and climate action.

Representing a keynote work on the wider social responsibilities of sport as both an industry and sociocultural activity, this is essential reading for any advanced student or researcher working in sport development, sport management, sport sociology, event studies, development studies, or environmental studies, and for any development practitioner or sport management professional looking to understand how to achieve positive social change in and through sport.