11/06/2026
The latest episode of the BBC World Service podcast The Climate Question explores a growing challenge facing global sport: how extreme heat could affect the 2026 FIFA World Cup across the USA, Mexico and Canada.
Among the experts featured is Katie Gornall, BBC Sport Correspondent, whose reporting increasingly focuses on the intersection of sport, climate and sustainability - from the impact of extreme heat on athletes and fans to the environmental implications of expanding global tournaments.
We're delighted to welcome Katie to the Future of Sustainable Sport Summit at Earthfest 2026 on 25 June. Joining Pledgeball Founder & CEO Katie Cross and Content Creator Alexander Moneypenny for the session "Heat, High Stakes and Hauling at the World Cup", Katie will explore how rising temperatures and the growing scale of major sporting events are reshaping the future of sport.
From player welfare and fan safety to the carbon footprint of international tournaments, the discussion will examine the challenges facing sport in a warming world - and the innovations, policies and partnerships needed to build a more sustainable future.
Join 100+ industry leaders, athletes, brands, venue operators, policymakers and investors during London Climate Action Week to explore how sport can be a powerful force for positive climate action. Register now to secure your place: https://web-eur.cvent.com/event/7b72c5c4-f40e-4a36-98f2-c9b8816ee367/summary