The F1 will bring a new system to reduce the carbon footprint in Austria
The flagship discipline is on track towards its carbon neutrality goal by 2030. It is in this perspective that Formula 1, in Austria this weekend, will inaugurate its own power plant.
The Formula 1 aims to achieve carbon neutrality by 2030. This weekend, for the Austrian Grand Prix, F1 will take a major step forward in reaching this goal. It will bring its own energy production system.
This production should make it possible to offer a carbon reduction of about 90% compared to last year’s operation on the same circuit. The electrical production provided by F1 should be able to power the entire paddock, the stands, and also the F1 broadcasting area.
The system led by Formula 1 officials at the Red Bull Ring will generate the energy needed for the event to run smoothly, but in a cleaner way. The power plant will be fueled with hydroprocessed vegetable oil-based biofuel. Additionally, 600 m² of solar panels will also be installed throughout the entire event.
This device will only be used at Spielberg, and it should just allow the authorities to collect information in order to implement a similar system in the coming years. This will bring us closer to the carbon neutrality promised by Formula 1 by 2030. This progress shows that the teams and the authorities are working together towards making motorsport more environmentally friendly.
An innovation for a clean sport
As we have shown with the progress made on our sustainable fuels, Formula 1 is seriously considering using innovation to create a more sustainable sport and have significant impact and influence worldwide,” stated Ellen Jones, Head of Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) issues within Formula 1.
This one seeks to remind that this test is part of the green policy that F1 is looking to pursue. Although the race for the new energy system in Austria is currently only an experiment, it demonstrates the sport’s intention to continue exploring other ways to make our logistics and operations more efficient, with the potential to share these learnings with other major events.
If this power plant system is successful, this attempt will also address a logistical aspect for future Grand Prix races.
« There is not only the obvious advantage of reducing energy consumption and carbon emissions, but from a logistical standpoint, it offers us the opportunity to create a more streamlined approach to powering Grand Prix events.
» concluded the ESG manager of Formula 1.
