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flag The 2026 Milan Cortina Winter Olympics ran on 100% renewable electricity, using green energy and sustainable fuels, marking a milestone in clean energy use for major events.

flag The 2026 Milan Cortina Winter Olympics became the first to run on 100% certified renewable electricity, powered by 85 gigawatt-hours of green energy sourced through Enel, Italy’s largest utility, which bought guarantee of origin certificates for wind, solar, hydro, and geothermal power. flag Temporary energy needs used hydrotreated vegetable oil instead of diesel, and infrastructure upgrades in mountain areas will benefit local communities post-Games. flag While the initiative showcases clean energy feasibility for major events, Italy’s overall grid still relies heavily on fossil fuels, limiting broader environmental impact.

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