World Anti-Doping Agency (WADA)
Climate Impact & Sustainability Data (2021)
Reporting Period: 2021
Environmental Metrics
ESG Focus Areas
- Governance
- Social (Athlete well-being and engagement)
- Integrity of Sport
Social Achievements
- Launched the Anti-Doping Education and Learning (ADEL) platform, reaching over 80,000 users.
- Increased athlete engagement through various initiatives, including the creation of an Athlete Council.
- Implemented governance reforms to enhance independence and athlete representation.
- Launched a pilot project for an Athletes’ Anti-Doping Ombuds Program.
- Funded a record number of projects through the Social Science Research Grant Program.
Governance Achievements
- Implemented governance reforms, including the creation of an Independent Ethics Board and a 20-member Athlete Council.
- Updated the International Standard for Education (ISE) and International Standard for Code Compliance by Signatories (ISCCS).
Climate Goals & Targets
Environmental Challenges
- COVID-19 pandemic impacted testing activities and stakeholder engagement.
- Maintaining operational independence of NADOs.
Mitigation Strategies
- Provided guidance and tools for ADOs to navigate the challenges of the COVID-19 pandemic.
- Developed a Guide for the Operational Independence of NADOs.
- Leveraged virtual meetings and platforms for stakeholder engagement.
- Developed a private funding strategy to supplement core funding.
Supply Chain Management
Climate-Related Risks & Opportunities
Reporting Standards
Frameworks Used: IFRS
Third-party Assurance: PricewaterhouseCoopers LLP