Green Sport Events

Learn how to plan and deliver sustainable sport events that reduce environmental impact and create lasting social value. This practical online course gives you a step-by-step framework to integrate sustainability into every stage of sport event management.

Certifiers:

European Network for Innovation and Knowledge
Romanian Olympic and Sports Committee
Sport Innovation Hub
Sport Social Solutions
Olympic Committee of Serbia
Institut Nacional d'Educacio Fisica de Catalunya
Belgrade Running Club

Course description

Master Sustainable Sport Event Management

Discover how to design, manage, and deliver eco-friendly sport events that generate real environmental, social, and economic impact. This hands-on online course provides a clear, actionable roadmap to help you integrate sustainability into your sport event planning process, from concept to legacy.

Whether you organise grassroots competitions, large-scale tournaments, or community sport initiatives, sustainability is no longer optional—it’s essential. This course equips you with the tools and knowledge to meet growing expectations, comply with regulations, and position your organisation at the forefront of sustainable sports management.

Practical, Actionable, and Industry-Aligned

Unlike theory-based training, this course focuses on real-world implementation. You will learn how to apply internationally recognised frameworks such as the UN Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), the European Green Deal, and leading Olympic sustainability standards directly to your events.

Through practical examples and step-by-step guidance, you’ll gain the confidence to:

  • Build a sustainable sport event strategy from start to finish
  • Reduce your event’s environmental footprint with effective solutions
  • Engage stakeholders in meaningful sustainability actions
  • Measure impact and communicate results professionally

This course is ideal for:

  • Sport event organisers and managers
  • Sports clubs and federations
  • Municipalities and public authorities
  • NGOs and community sport leaders

By the end of the course, you’ll be able to deliver responsible sport events, improve operational efficiency, and enhance your reputation as a leader in green sport event management.

Funded by the European Union. Views and opinions expressed are however those of the author(s) only and do not necessarily reflect those of the European Union or the European Education and Culture Executive Agency (EACEA). Neither the European Union nor EACEA can be held responsible for them.

Co-funded by the European Union

Master Sustainable Sport Event Management

Discover how to design, manage, and deliver eco-friendly sport events that generate real environmental, social, and economic impact. This hands-on online course provides a clear, actionable roadmap to help you integrate sustainability into your sport event planning process, from concept to legacy.

Whether you organise grassroots competitions, large-scale tournaments, or community sport initiatives, sustainability is no longer optional—it’s essential. This course equips you with the tools and knowledge to meet growing expectations, comply with regulations, and position your organisation at the forefront of sustainable sports management.

Practical, Actionable, and Industry-Aligned

Unlike theory-based training, this course focuses on real-world implementation. You will learn how to apply internationally recognised frameworks such as the UN Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), the European Green Deal, and leading Olympic sustainability standards directly to your events.

Through practical examples and step-by-step guidance, you’ll gain the confidence to:

  • Build a sustainable sport event strategy from start to finish
  • Reduce your event’s environmental footprint with effective solutions
  • Engage stakeholders in meaningful sustainability actions
  • Measure impact and communicate results professionally

This course is ideal for:

  • Sport event organisers and managers
  • Sports clubs and federations
  • Municipalities and public authorities
  • NGOs and community sport leaders

By the end of the course, you’ll be able to deliver responsible sport events, improve operational efficiency, and enhance your reputation as a leader in green sport event management.

Funded by the European Union. Views and opinions expressed are however those of the author(s) only and do not necessarily reflect those of the European Union or the European Education and Culture Executive Agency (EACEA). Neither the European Union nor EACEA can be held responsible for them.

Co-funded by the European Union

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Fee:

0 €

Length

3 hours

Credits

0.3

Starting date

24 Mar 2026

Modules:

3

Languages:

EN

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