Climate Change Data

Office of the Commonwealth Games, Department of Tourism, Major Events, Small Business and the Commonwealth Games

Climate Impact & Sustainability Data (2017)

Reporting Period: 2017

Environmental Metrics

Total Carbon Emissions:Not disclosed
Scope 1 Emissions:Not disclosed
Scope 2 Emissions:Not disclosed
Scope 3 Emissions:Not disclosed
Renewable Energy Share:Not disclosed
Total Energy Consumption:Not disclosed
Water Consumption:Not disclosed
Waste Generated:Not disclosed
Carbon Intensity:Not disclosed

ESG Focus Areas

  • Economic Growth
  • Tourism
  • Trade
  • Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Initiatives
  • Arts and Culture
  • Sport and Healthy Lifestyles
  • Engaged and Inclusive Communities
  • Sustainability

Environmental Achievements

  • Achieved a 6 Star Green Star – Communities rating from the Green Building Council Australia (GBCA) for the Parklands redevelopment.
  • Reduced GOLDOC's fleet carbon emissions by approximately 666 tonnes through efficient fleet management.
  • Implemented ISO 20121 event sustainability management system and the Global Reporting Initiative (GRI) framework.
  • Gold Coast Aquatic Centre upgrade provided a venue with a lasting legacy for Gold Coast community use.
  • Anna Meares Velodrome features LED lighting, cutting energy consumption by up to 60 percent.

Social Achievements

  • Launched the GC2018 Reconciliation Action Plan (RAP), a world first for a Commonwealth Games.
  • Secured nearly $5 million worth of contracts for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander businesses.
  • Provided more than 80 training and 200 employment opportunities for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people.
  • More than 100,000 Queensland students and 315 schools engaged in Commonwealth Games learning activities.
  • More than 47,000 applications received for 15,000 Games volunteer positions.
  • Be My Guest program delivered to the tourism, hospitality and wider business community, with 76% of attendees feeling inspired to deliver an even greater guest experience.
  • Largest ever para-sport program in the history of Commonwealth Games hosting up to 300 para-sport athletes and 38 medal events across seven sports.

Governance Achievements

  • GOLDOC’s Human Rights Policy is building a human rights legacy for mega sporting events in the Commonwealth.
  • Implementation of the International Standard ISO 20121 event sustainability management system.

Climate Goals & Targets

Long-term Goals:
  • Not disclosed
Medium-term Goals:
  • Not disclosed
Short-term Goals:
  • Not disclosed

Environmental Challenges

  • Ensuring infrastructure is developed not only for a great Games, but also for long-term business, sporting and community use.
  • Managing potential GC2018 impacts on people experiencing homelessness and vulnerable households.
Mitigation Strategies
  • Developed the Embracing 2018 Legacy Program to deliver a diverse range of long-lasting benefits.
  • Developed a $1 million GC2018 Homelessness Action Plan to assist those experiencing homelessness and vulnerable renters.

Supply Chain Management

Supplier Audits: Not disclosed

Responsible Procurement
  • 85% of Games-wide contracts awarded to Queensland businesses.
  • Sustainable procurement practices implemented to minimize environmental impacts and ensure social responsibility.

Climate-Related Risks & Opportunities

Physical Risks
  • Coastal erosion
Transition Risks
  • Not disclosed
Opportunities
  • Promoting sustainable practices

Reporting Standards

Frameworks Used: ISO 20121, GRI

Certifications: 6 Star Green Star – Communities, 4 Star Green Star – Interiors PILOT

Third-party Assurance: Not disclosed

UN Sustainable Development Goals

  • Not disclosed

Not disclosed

Sustainable Products & Innovation

  • Not disclosed

Awards & Recognition

  • 2017 Australian Institute of Architects award for Anna Meares Velodrome
  • Queensland State Award for Commercial Architecture for Coomera Indoor Sports Centre