Paris 2024 sought to minimise new construction, use renewable energy and low-carbon vehicles.
The 11 000 seats at the only two purpose-built arenas for Paris 2024 are made out of recycled plastic.
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With medals made of iron salvaged from Eiffel Tower refurbishments and stadium seating of recycled plastic, Paris 2024 aims to be the greenest olympics yet.
The case for action is clear as scientists have said intense heat linked to man-made carbon emissions is a growing risk to competitors at the world's largest sporting event and beyond.
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