Formula 1 had originally announced in 2019 as a part of its wider Sustainability Strategy that it would reduce carbon emissions from “factory to flag”, it has now committed to it’s net-zero carbon goal and aims to achieve it by 2030
Formula 1 has launched new commitments as it aims to become a net-zero carbon sport by 2030. With eight years of the program remaining, F1 revealed on Twitter that it is racing towards the target and aiming to show the next generation of fans how innovation and teamwork can tackle the challenges of our time. The program was originally launched by F1 in 2019.
In the first three years of operating under the plan, F1 has taken measures such as introducing remote broadcast locations to reduce freight as well as redesigning freight containers that allow more efficient aircraft to be used.100 percent renewable energy is in use at the F1 offices, and the sport undertook its first carbon-neutral broadcast at the 2021 British GP – a goal it hopes to re-create this year and in future races.
Going forward, F1 is developing a sustainable fuel, which is set to be introduced to the cars in 2026 when a new set of Power Unit regulations come into play. Although F1 fuel accounts for just 1 percent of the sport’s emissions, it believes that a sustainable fuel can have a major impact on worldwide, everyday transport.
The sport will aim to share the carbon reduction activities from across the community to ensure that all parties involved recognize the push to achieve its Net Zero goals.
Formula 1 has revealed new branding which it will introduce at this weekend’s British Grand Prix. It will promote its goal of becoming a “net-zero” emitter of carbon by 2030. The new branding will replace the “world’s most efficient engine” signage. It has been in use since last year’s Brazilian Grand Prix. It will be prominently visible around the F1 pit and paddock over the remaining races this year.
F1 has also changed the design of its freight container. It will now allow it to use more efficient aircraft and is looking into further carbon reductions.
F1 has already begun using 100% renewable energy to power its offices and achieved the FIA’s three-star Sustainability Management accreditation.
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