The World Cup Climate Challenge | The Climate Question podcast - BBC World Service

Scorching temperatures are expected at this year’s World Cup in the USA, Mexico, and Canada. How will players and fans cope? And how will it affect the action on the pitch? Click here to subscribe to our channel 👉🏽 https://bbc.in/3VyyriM Scientists are concerned about the impact of extreme heat on the biggest sporting event in history. The organisers, FIFA, is introducing mandatory water breaks to keep players cool, but experts say the hot conditions may slow down the game and give a potential advantage to teams that play more matches in air-conditioned stadiums. There’s also concern about the health effects on fans. FIFA is introducing measures such as cooling areas and misting systems, but experts say the plans don’t go far enough. The Climate Question hosts Graihagh Jackson and Jordan Dunbar chat to Dr Madeleine Orr, Associate Professor of Sports Ecology at the University of Toronto, and BBC Sport Correspondent Katie Gornall. Katie also breaks down the carbon footprint of a World Cup that’s been described as one of the most polluting events ever. 00:00 Introduction 01:04 Is Canada ready for the World Cup? 01:58 Why is this the biggest World Cup ever? 04:57 How dangerous is extreme heat for players? 06:52 What is heat stroke? 07:25 Is it more dangerous for fans? 08:53 What is FIFA doing about heat? 11:08 How will heat change the game tactically? 12:56 The carbon cost of fans' air travel 15:34 How does this compare to previous World Cups? 17:21 Do host cities actually benefit economically? 20:28 Are fans taking climate action? 22:01 The future of the World Cup under climate change 23:59 Why footballers need to speak up ---------------- This is the official BBC World Service YouTube channel. If you like what we do, you can also find us here: Instagram 👉🏽 https://www.instagram.com/bbcworldservice Twitter 👉🏽 https://twitter.com/bbcworldservice Facebook 👉🏽 https://facebook.com/bbcworldservice BBC World Service website 👉🏽 https://www.bbc.co.uk/worldserviceradio Thanks for watching and subscribing! #BBCWorldService #WorldService #worldcup #unitedstates