The excitement for the 2024 Paris Olympics, where Arkas Line is the logistics sponsor of the Turkish National Sailing Team, is growing!
At the same time, warnings about the risks posed by the increasing extreme temperatures due to the climate crisis are also increasing. According to “The Rings of Fire” report, temperatures in Paris are expected to reach 34º degrees Celsius, with humidity reaching 70%. This situation could pose serious health risks for athletes. In 2023, temperatures exceeding 40º in France resulted in the deaths of more than 5,000 people.
France is working on underground cooling systems using the water of the Seine River as a solution. Some delegations plan to bring portable air conditioning units. Athletes note that training is becoming more difficult due to the heat. The report suggests moving sports events to cooler months or hours, encouraging athletes to speak out about the climate crisis, and reevaluating fossil fuel sponsorships.