Olympic champion Giovanni De Gennaro, K1 canoe slalom gold medalist at Paris 2024, delivers a powerful message on protecting rivers and reducing plastic pollution. In his video for DECK, he urges athletes and fans to take personal responsibility, highlighting simple actions—like proper waste disposal and reusing water bottles—while setting a positive example in both training and competition.

The Hellenic Canoe-Kayak, SUP and Surfing Federation received the symbolic DECK award in the “Canoeing for the Environment” competition. This prize recognizes federations that demonstrate a strong commitment to sustainability through the use of the Sustainability Rating Tool, highlighting their efforts to promote environmentally responsible practices in sport.