Research output per year
Research output per year
Personal profile
Biography
My research focused on sport ecology and sustainability with emphasis on the impact of climate change on sport, sport governance, institutional behaviors, and stakeholders. Contexts for my research have included the Olympic Games, FIFA Men's and Women's World Cups, and venue management.
I maintain active memberships in the Sport Ecology Group, North American Society for Sport Management, and the European Assoication for Sport Management.
Education/Academic qualification
Sport and Entertainment Management, Doctor of Philosophy (PhD), University of South Carolina
Award Date: 15 Aug 2019
Sport Management and Policy, Master in Science, University of Georgia
Award Date: 5 Aug 2016
Environmental Ethics and Policy, Bachelor of Arts, University of Portland
Award Date: 4 May 2014
Research Themes and Networks
- Energy & Sustainability
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Climate risks in motorsport: Setting and exceeding boundary conditions in Formula 1
Orr, M., Kellison, T., Ross, W. J., Trendafilova, S., Pelcher, J., Watanabe, N., Howell, J. & Rouhas, Z., 2026, In: European Sport Management Quarterly. 26, 1, p. 23-44 22 p.Research output: Contribution to journal › Article › peer-review
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Esporte e mudança climática: Evidências de pesquisa e questões emergentes
Translated title of the contribution :Sport and climate change: Research evidence and emerging concerns Research output: Contribution to journal › Article › peer-review
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Natural to artificial: A spectrum of sport spaces fit for the Anthropocene
Orr, M., Ross, W. J. & Pelcher, J., 18 Sept 2025, (E-pub ahead of print) In: Sport in Society. p. 1-19 19 p.Research output: Contribution to journal › Article › peer-review
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Racing with a purpose: Sustainability in Formula E
Ross, W. J., Pfahl, M. & Trendafilova, S., Jun 2025, In: Communication and Sport (C&S). 13, 3, p. 534-559 26 p.Research output: Contribution to journal › Article › peer-review
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Football on the frontlines: The unjust burden of the climate crisis on Pacific Island nations
Orr, M., Murfree, J. & Ross, W. J., 14 Apr 2025, (E-pub ahead of print) In: Leisure Studies. p. 1-16 16 p.Research output: Contribution to journal › Article › peer-review
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Activities
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United Nations Institute for Training and Research
Ross, W. (Visiting lecturer)
2 Feb 2026 → 3 Feb 2026Activity: Visiting an external institution types › Research and Teaching at External Organisation
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SportsLAB Learning Session: Awareness to Action: How Sport for Development Organisations Can Reduce Their Environmental Footprint
Ross, W. (Invited speaker)
4 Dec 2025Activity: Academic talk or presentation types › Invited talk
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Using climate data in sport: Risks and adaptations to note
Ross, W. (Invited speaker)
21 Oct 2025Activity: Academic talk or presentation types › Invited talk
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Racing against climate change: Sport’s shift to a low-carbon future
Ross, W. (Keynote speaker)
3 Jul 2025Activity: Academic talk or presentation types › Invited talk
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FIFA2026 on Fire: Extreme Heat, Wildfire, and a Trade War in North America
McManamon, A. (Invited speaker), Ross, W. (Invited speaker), Walters, T. (Invited speaker) & Orr, M. (Host)
15 Apr 2025Activity: Academic talk or presentation types › Invited talk
Prizes
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Best Conference Reviewer
Ross, W. (Recipient), 15 Sept 2023
Prize: Prize (including medals and awards)
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Sport & Impact’s 2024 Purpose-Driven Worldwide People Listing
Ross, W. (Recipient), 24 Jun 2024
Prize: National/international honour
Press/Media
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EV Racing Struggles as Climate Action Falls on Priority List
8/07/25
1 Media contribution
Press/Media: Expert Comment
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40,000 bananas, 8 tons of paper cups, and a whole lot of emissions. Inside the Boston Marathon’s climate footprint.
18/04/25
1 Media contribution
Press/Media: Expert Comment
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40,000 bananas, 8 tons of paper cups, and a whole lot of emissions. Inside the Boston Marathon's climate footprint.
18/04/25
1 Media contribution
Press/Media: Research
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FIFA 2026 on Fire: Extreme Heat, Wildfire and a Trade War—Can This World Cup Withstand the Pressure?
17/04/25
1 item of Media coverage
Press/Media: Public Engagement Activities
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5 Ways Super Bowl LIX Is Tackling Sustainability
6/02/25
1 Media contribution
Press/Media: Expert Comment