Could climate change kill off summer sport?
The Briefing24 Feb 2021

Could climate change kill off summer sport?

Scientists say climate change – and rising temperatures – could kill off summer sport in Australia.

The AFLW star Sharni Layton; and Dr Martin Rice, Head of Research at the Climate Council, say it will be too dangerous to play sport in summer in years to come.

Sport is a way of life in Australia. Including sport in the conversation may provide the incentive for Australians to demand action.

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