Hockey Olympians Nominated for IOC Climate Action Awards 2025
Two hockey Olympians, Hugo Inglis from New Zealand and Oliver Scholfield from Canada, are finalists for the IOC Climate Action Awards 2025, announced by the International Olympic Committee (IOC).
The IOC Climate Action Awards recognize innovative projects within the Olympic Movement that actively address climate change and promote sustainability in sports. Last year, the International Hockey Federation (FIH) received the award.
“After FIH won the IOC Climate Action Award last year, hockey has once again made the list of nominees this year! This is remarkable, and as a sport, we can be very proud of this achievement. I would like to congratulate Hugo Inglis and Oliver Scholfield for their personal commitment to such an essential cause. Through their initiatives, they demonstrate the powerful impact that athletes can have in driving positive change in society. By doing so, they have become role models for their peers. Hugo’s and Oliver’s commitments confirm how deeply our global hockey community understands its social responsibility and is determined to embrace it. I wish Hugo and Oliver all the very best and hope one of them wins this award, which they truly deserve!”
Athlete-Led Climate Action Initiatives
Hugo Inglis is a co-founder of High Impact Athletes (HIA), a movement that channels athlete funding toward evidence-based, systemic climate solutions. Both athletes highlight how sport can be a platform for meaningful environmental change.
Significance of the Awards
- Recognizes tangible efforts to combat climate change through sport
- Spotlights individual athlete contributions to sustainability
- Promotes social responsibility within the global hockey community
These nominations emphasize the important role athletes play in fostering environmental awareness and leadership beyond the field.
Author's summary: Hockey Olympians Hugo Inglis and Oliver Scholfield exemplify athlete-driven climate action, reinforcing hockey’s deep commitment to sustainability and social responsibility.