# Winter Games 2026

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## Timeline

- **2026-02-06**: Opening Ceremony — The games begin, powered entirely by a green energy grid and zero-emission transport.
- **2024-11-15**: Energy Procurement — Finalization of 100% renewable energy contracts and PPAs for all venues.
- **2021-03-12**: Olympic Agenda 2020+5 — IOC mandates that all future games must be climate-positive.
- **2019-06-24**: Host Selection — Milano Cortina awarded the 2026 Winter Games with a bid focused on sustainability.

## Recent coverage (1 stories)

### Milano Cortina 2026: A Blueprint for Decarbonizing Global Mega-Events
2026-02-20 12:50:51 · Sentiment: Positive · Impact: 6/10 · Sources: 2

The 2026 Winter Games have established a new standard for sustainability by integrating 100% renewable energy procurement and circular infrastructure. This strategic shift addresses the existential climate threat to winter sports while piloting large-scale green hydrogen and thermal recovery technologies.
Full story: https://getclimatebrief.com/story/winter-games-2026-clean-energy-strategy

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