SUSTAINABILITY
SUSTAINABILITY AT THE WORLD SUP FESTIVAL
“The sea as a stage, a shared responsibility”
At the World SUP Festival, we see sustainability not just as a message, but as a real and cross-cutting commitment.
The sea is not just where we compete: it is the environment that gives us purpose and that we must protect. For this reason, sustainability is part of the event design, the activity program, the experience for participants and families, and our relationship with the territory.
Each edition is an opportunity to move toward a more responsible, conscious festival that respects the natural and social environment that hosts it.
Commitment to the Sustainable Development Goals
The World SUP Festival aligns its organization and activities with the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), integrating real actions in social, environmental, and economic areas.
Caring for the sea and the environment that hosts us
(SDGs: 6 · 13 · 14 · 15)
The World SUP Festival takes place in a unique natural setting, making the protection of the marine environment a priority. We implement measures to reduce environmental impact, protect marine flora and fauna, and promote the responsible use of water and resources.
Key actions:
- Elimination of single-use plastics
- Water stations for refilling bottles
- Responsible water use in cleaning and services
- Cleaning of the event area and protection of the marine environment
"Responsible use of resources and energy"
Responsible use of resources and energy
(SDGs: 7 · 12)
We are committed to a more efficient and conscious event model, prioritizing the use of renewable energy and reusable materials.
Actions:
- Use of electric boats
- Reusable and recycled materials
- Sustainable t-shirts, rider bags, and medals
- Reduction of unnecessary printing
"An inclusive and accessible festival"
An inclusive and accessible festival
(SDGs: 5 · 10 · 16)
We believe in a sport open to everyone. Inclusion, equality, and universal access to sport are part of the World SUP Festival's DNA.
Actions:
- Equal prize money for men and women
- Inclusive nautical activities
- Accessible areas for people with disabilities
- Social inclusion as a core value of the event
"Education and community as a driver for change"
Education and community as a driver for change
(SDGs: 4 · 11 · 17)
We use sport as a tool for education and awareness, involving the local community, associations, and volunteers.
Actions:
- Children's workshops on recycling and reuse
- SUP initiation programs for associations and the general public
- Volunteering with community impact
- Alliances with public and private entities
"The Sustainable Mile: sport as a message"
The Sustainable Mile: sport as a message
- The Sustainable Mile is one of the festival's most representative symbolic actions.
- It is a participatory event that combines sport and awareness, involving athletes, families, and the public in a common message of respect for the marine environment.
- It is not about competing, but about participating, sharing, and reflecting on the importance of caring for the natural space we enjoy.
"Boosting the territory and local commerce"
Boosting the territory and local commerce
(SDGs: 2 · 8 · 9)
The festival generates a positive impact on the territory, promoting local trade, employment, and a sustainable economy.
Actions:
- Collaboration with local suppliers
- Seafood fair and local products
- Local job creation
- Integration of local businesses
