Italy just dropped a 🔥 *literal* masterpiece! The Milano Cortina 2026 Winter Olympics and Paralympics revealed their official torches—named "Essential"—on Monday, blending futuristic tech with eco-conscious flair. Designed by Italian energy giant Eni and Versalis, the sleek torches scream "less is more," flaunting a minimalist, iridescent look that puts the flame front and center. Talk about goals! 💫
✨ *Sustainability squad, assemble!* Each torch is made from recycled aluminum and brass, weighs just over 1kg, and can be reused up to 10 times—slashing waste like Olympic athletes slay their events. The bio-LPG fuel? Sourced from cooking oil and animal fats. Yep, even the flame’s eco-friendly! 🌍
🏔️ The "Shades of Sky" Olympic torch mirrors Italy’s dramatic Alps, while the Paralympic torch’s "Mountains of Light" symbolizes resilience. Both were unveiled *simultaneously* in Milan and at Expo 2025 Osaka, with star athletes like Bebe Vio and Carolina Kostner hyping the reveal. Pro move: The burner’s visible for the first time ever, letting us peek at the tech behind the flame. 💡
After the torch relays, the Olympic torch will chill in Switzerland’s Olympic Museum 🏛️, but until then, catch it on display in Milan and Osaka! 🇮🇹🇯🇵
