The FIFA World Cup is now in full swing and with it comes a whirlwind of excitement and controversy. Most of us have probably heard about the protests and riots that took place leading up to the event, as well as the trumped up economic benefits of hosting such a prestigious event. Many Brazilians are upset with the amount of public money being spent on hosting the tournament and feel that the government has not spent their money responsibly.
Questions of corruption and spending aside, FIFA has stepped up big time this year in managing the carbon footprint of the event. The 2014 World Cup is being held in twelve different cities across Brazil and the carbon footprint that comes with orchestrating such a spectacle is no joke. FIFA is eager to set a positive example on such a large stage and has made great strides in reducing its carbon emissions.
