For the first time for a summer Games, officials have carried out a study into what the potential carbon footprint of the project could be.
The results show London 2012 is expected to generate almost two million tonnes of CO2e over the seven-year duration of the project, from when the bid was won to the actual Games.
These findings have already enabled the Olympic Delivery Authority to reduce potential emissions from construction work by 15%, and by more than 50% on the Olympic Stadium project alone.
Locog has also committed to a 'zero waste to landfill' policy during the Games, which is expected to produce an estimated 8,000 tonnes of waste.
"Sustainability has underpinned this project from day one," commented Locog chairman Sebastian Coe.
"From construction to how we will stage the Games in 2012, we are constantly looking at ways to ensure we are setting new standards in how major events are staged – responsibly, with legacy in mind."
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