A Competition Between the Economy and the Environment: An analysis on the impacts of the Olympic Games for host countries

Authors

Phuong-Anh Ha, Hollins University

Document Type

Article

Publication Date

2024

Abstract

The Olympic Games have been known as the most celebrated international sporting event. However, the event has also faced countless criticisms regarding its environmental impact and the lack of benefits it brings to the host country’s economy. The paper analyzes the trade-offs between the environmental quality of a country and its economic growth that host countries make when deciding to host the Olympics. Specifically, this research seeks to explore how the Olympic Games influence the Gross Domestic Product (GDP) and carbon emissions of the host countries.

Comments

Undergraduate Research Awards - 2024 Finalist, First-year/Sophomore category

Recommended Citation

Ha, Phuong-Anh, "A Competition Between the Economy and the Environment: An analysis on the impacts of the Olympic Games for host countries" (2024). Undergraduate Research Awards, Hollins University. 83.
https://digitalcommons.hollins.edu/researchawards/83