Plastic water bottles at the Rolex Paris Masters were the world before. At a time of sustainable development and within the framework of the AGEC law (Anti-Waste law for a Circular Economy), but also of its adherence to the charter of 15 eco-responsible commitments of the Ministry of Sports and WWF, the French Federation of tennis (FFT) has ended the free distribution of plastic water bottles for the organization, the media and the players. A first. The tournament thus set up water fountains all over the Accor Arena site. Four water bottles and reusable cups have been distributed to all players who need to fill them at the water fountains. No more plastic bottles thrown away after two, three sips. "
The objective for the FFT is thus to reduce the use of single-use plastic during its sporting events and thus contribute to the reduction of its waste
”, we read in the press release.
“We'll have to get used to it and at the same time, forcing us to be more responsible, I think it's an excellent initiative.
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Pierre-Hugues Herbert
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