Bern, Switzerland (GenevaLunch) - The Euro 2008 football cup will serve as a model for future large sports events and marked a turning point in terms of sustainability, a report on the event concludes. It praises Austria, Switzerland and the eight host cities for their efforts, pointing in particular to the 65-80 percent use of public transport, reusable drinks containers and solar panels, and good access for wheel chairs.

The championship plans involved a set of 60 measures in three targeted areas: the environment, economy, social/culture. Private and public groups were involved in implementing them alongside the Euro 2008 SA company. The 80-page report from governments, cities and organizers is designed to serve as a basis for future planning for sports events organizers.

• Full report, French, from Swiss government
• history of sustainability plans, Switzerland.com

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