No, it's just posturing. The emissions from AC at the Olympic Village would have zero impact on climate change. This is just green washing for public perception points.

[–] emergencyfood@sh.itjust.works 0 points 3 months ago (1 children)

The emissions saved from removing a few hundred ACs are negligible. But the message it sends to the millions watching the Olympics is significant. Which, again, is why I am hoping there will be at least some symbolic action against rule-breakers - it will start a conversation about the need to regulate / ban ACs.

[–] BradleyUffner@lemmy.world 1 points 3 months ago

As far as I can tell, there is no rule to break here.

[–] Crashumbc@lemmy.world 1 points 3 months ago (1 children)

Lol that's bullshit, someone fucked up to save a dime and they're trying spin it

[–] emergencyfood@sh.itjust.works 0 points 3 months ago

First of all, [citation needed]. Second, even if it is, a good message is being sent.