2026 Winter Olympics' Environmental Impact and 2006 Turin Games' Mixed Legacy

The 2026 Winter Olympics in Milan and Cortina face criticism for their environmental impact, with a report estimating the Games and key sponsorships could cause the loss of snow cover equivalent to over 3,000 Olympic-sized ice rinks and significant glacier ice melt. Meanwhile, reflections on the 2006 Turin Winter Olympics highlight a mixed legacy: boosting local morale and infrastructure but raising questions about long-term benefits. Turin's Games helped diversify its economy and improve urban facilities, though challenges remain in sustaining these gains.