Los Angeles 2028 will make history at the Olympic and Paralympic Games in terms of female representation, and most certainly in terms of revenue. The organizing committee also intends to make a lasting impact and sustainability statement. It unveiled a dedicated plan on Tuesday, with the stated ambition of creating a lasting legacy for Los Angeles and the region. Environment, communities, local businesses: Francs Jeux summarizes what was announced.
Supporting the movement towards a more resilient city
LA28 had already widely communicated on the reuse of existing infrastructure, an essential point to limit its environmental impact. COJOP also affirms that it will prioritize clean energy, " by purchasing 100% renewable electricity for the sites ", and public transport. " The legacy of the Games should not only be measured in medals, but also in terms of the lasting impact we leave for future generations. " insists Reynold Hoover, general manager of LA28.
COJOP launched the “Resilient by Nature” program to invest in a more resilient Los Angeles. Through grants, volunteerism, and educational campaigns, it plans to work in three areas: wildfire resilience and nature restoration, ocean protection, and cooling solutions. In early 2026, LA28 will create a Community Resilience Fund that will award grants to local nonprofits to support projects in these three areas. LA28 also recently committed, with Sports for Nature, to “ harnessing the power of sport to protect and restore nature in the Los Angeles area ».
“We are leading the way to a greener and more sustainable future”
This plan also emphasizes supporting the local economy through a program designed to engage and integrate businesses. LA28 is committed to achieving 75% spending with local businesses and 25% for small businesses. We are committed to ensuring that these Games benefit the people of this region., says Erikk Aldridge, Vice President of Impact on the organizing committee. The people and culture of Los Angeles influence every aspect of our planning, from how we engage local businesses to how we create opportunities for communities across the region. LA28 will reflect the voices, experiences, and aspirations of the communities that make Los Angeles so unique and build a legacy that will endure well beyond 2028. »
« We're leading the way to a greener, more sustainable future for all Angelenos, says Los Angeles Mayor Karen Bass. We are making concrete investments in small businesses to ensure successful preparations for the Games, and we are stimulating local employment so that everyone can benefit from these Games. By building on this momentum, focusing on clean energy and green transportation, creating economic opportunities, and utilizing existing venues, these Games will leave a lasting legacy for generations to come. » LA28 has made other commitments: at least 90% of materials used for temporary infrastructure and competition venue surfacing will be reused or recycled, a donation program for materials and equipment used during the Games after the event has ended, as well as youth sports programs, including PlayLA, the largest commitment to youth sports development in California history ».
