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Will any country officially protest the no-AC decision, and will it lead to a policy change?
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Yes, and the protest will lead to a policy change • 33%
Yes, but no policy change will occur • 33%
No protests will occur • 34%
Media reports and official statements from Olympic committees
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Paris Olympics to Forego Air Conditioning for Athletes in Sustainability Effort, US Teams to Bring Own Units
Jun 22, 2024, 01:40 PM
The Paris Olympics this year will not provide air conditioning for athletes as part of an effort to make the event environmentally friendly and sustainable, a decision backed by the Mayor of Paris. Athlete rooms will be maintained between 23-26 C (73-79 F). This decision has sparked controversy, with some criticizing it as unfair and impractical. Critics argue that athletes, who dedicate years to training, should not be subjected to potentially uncomfortable conditions. Furthermore, wealthier countries plan to bring their own portable AC units, highlighting a disparity between rich and poor nations. The US Olympic teams, for instance, will bring their own AC units to France, undermining local environmental goals.
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Yes • 50%
No • 50%
Yes • 50%
No • 50%
Iran • 25%
Lebanon • 25%
Syria • 25%
Other • 25%
Yes • 50%
No • 50%
Israel • 25%
Jordan • 25%
A third party country • 25%
No official action • 25%
Germany • 25%
France • 25%
United Kingdom • 25%
Other • 25%
Yes • 50%
No • 50%
Support the ban • 25%
Oppose the ban • 25%
Neutral stance • 25%
No official response • 25%