We continue to lead the way in creating a sustainable sport for fans around the world to enjoy, using innovative technology & changing the way we work
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Develop future engine powered by sustainable fuels
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Become Net Zero Carbon by 2030
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Zero waste on and off track
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Reduced footprint back at base
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Leave a lasting positive impact
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Jeddah Street Circuit - Saudi Arabia
Saudi Arabia
Circuit of the Americas - United States
United States
Whilst the design of the COTA is influenced by other iconic tracks, the venue is providing inspiration with a leading diversity agenda, sustainable energy schemes and investment in education programmes
Strong diversity agenda, with a hiring policy that places a priority on hiring disabled and mobility-impaired employees
2019 partnership with two local charities to employ homeless or transitioning people to work at the race
Regular events hosted for clean energy and STEM education, providing thousands of free tickets to local school children
Combination of green energy tariffs and on-site renewables generating up to 50% of non-event energy demands
Yas Marina Circuit - Abu Dhabi
Abu Dhabi
The Formula 1 season now ends at this modern venue, which has a forward-thinking approach to the future, providing community support and encouraging local engineering education
Regular host of F1 in Schools events - with the Yas in Schools inspiring 'The Engineers of the Future'
Established Environmental Management System - leading sustainability projects such as adoption of fully paperless offices
Strong focus on community support - partnering with The Reach Campaign to end river blindness and support families in need
Marina Bay Street Circuit - Singapore
Singapore
Formula 1’s only night race always catches the eye on the streets of Singapore, a nation that prides itself on its sustainability efforts, where the venue operates with a hugely diverse workforce
High employee diversity with females making up 56% of the Singapore GP organisation and leading over half of all departments
Campaign to reduce single-use plastics by replacing half a million PET cups with compostable bio-paper cups in 2019 alone
Introduction of 100% compostable tableware in hospitality areas since 2014, eliminating hard-chemical washing that pollutes the environment
Free access for 22,000 fans on Thursdays through community programme and inspiring 400,000 others through educational talks and experiences
Zandvoort Circuit - Netherlands
Netherlands
The Dutch Grand Prix returns to Zandvoort in 2021, as the huge fanbase in the Netherlands look forward to taking advantage of the many community benefits on offer when racing returns.
This circuit is new to the Formula 1 calendar and as our partnership grows, we will look at ways to operate sustainably and ensure the community benefits from the sport’s events
Extensive mobility plan providing shuttles, train services and bicycle riding incentives for fans
Biodiversity strategy to protect and enhance the flora and fauna around the circuit
Local community access on Thursdays
Circuit Gilles Villeneuve - Canada
Canada
One of the sport’s most picturesque tracks, the Circuit Gilles Villeneuve also happens to be leading the way in its sustainability efforts, utilising renewable energy and fantastic local transport systems
On-site solar panels store enough energy in one year to offset the energy costs for the entire race
12,793 meals donated to charity from unused food at the 2019 Grand Prix
100% race fan attendance via public transport or through car-pooling
Autodromo Hermanos Rodriguez - Mexico
Mexico
Interlagos - Brazil
Brazil
Circuit Paul Ricard - France
France
Since the circuit’s return to Formula 1 in 2018, it is has set the benchmark for others to follow in creating a sustainable venue, being recognised with a 3* FIA accreditation
The only FIA 3* Environmentally Accredited race circuit in France
150 hectares of green space maintained - with beehives and a 60,000m3 rainwater lake
20,000m2 of Photovoltaic panels providing energy for the circuit and surroundings
10,000 school children have access to the circuit during the French Grand Prix
Circuit de Catalunya - Spain
Spain
Spain’s premier racing venue is leading the way in its sustainability efforts, already a 3* FIA accredited circuit, they aim to become the world’s first zero footprint racetrack
ISO 14001:2015 certified; FIA 3* Level Sustainability Accreditation & Biosphere Commitment Certificate
Biodiversity strategy offsetting 175 tonnes CO2 annually through forest restoration programme and sustainable 'circular economy' forest management
100% of the electricity supply generated from renewable origins since 2017
Sustainable mobility programme, including 7 recharging points for electric vehicles at the Circuit facilities
Circuit de Spa-Francorchamps - Belgium
Belgium
A favourite within the Formula 1 community, the circuit, which is almost a century old, has a strong sustainability programme with an increased focus on fan well-being
Well established recycling programme, focused on minimising waste and reducing single-use plastics through low-impact alternatives
Promotion of public transport and incentives for fans to arrive at the circuit by carpool or bike
Strong support for local businesses, sourcing locally and promoting the best of Belgian culture to a global audience
Free, accessible drinking water ensuring high fan well-being and encourage use of refillable bottles
Silverstone - Great Britain
Great Britain
The iconic Northamptonshire circuit has embodied the British spirit in inspiring and aiding local engineering projects, helping develop the next generation of motorsport experts
Inspiring the next generation of engineers, The Silverstone Experience walks visitors through an exciting history of British motorsport and engaging STEM-related displays
The circuit has a number of water points around the venue to encourage fans to bring their own reusable bottles and refill for free
The Silverstone UTC is a centre of excellence for 14 – 19-year olds wishing to pursue careers in High-Performance Engineering and Business with Events Management
Donate £20-25k worth of tickets/experiences to charitable organisations each year - allowing them to raise significant amounts of money for their causes
Autodromo Nazionale Monza - Italy
Italy
Baku City Circuit - Azerbaijan
Azerbaijan
The Azerbaijan Grand Prix has been an integral part of Baku’s transformation into one of Europe’s most regenerated locations, as the city focuses on improving on its environmental approach across the board
Launched the Baku City Circuit Green Policy and 'Create Green Committee'
Strategy to expand the use of sustainable materials, reduce single-use plastics and increase recycling
Partnership with Baku Autism Centre supporting their Rehabilitation Centre
Red Bull Ring - Austria
Austria
Located in the idyllic Styrian mountains, the Red Bull Ring has put its fans and local community at the heart of its sustainability efforts
Community programme supporting local job creation
Encourage fans to travel by public transport and have parking for over 5,000 bicycles
Recycling awareness campaign - encouraging fans to separate their waste at the circuit
Re-usable cup system reducing the volume of single-use plastic consumed in public areas
Hungaroring - Hungary
Hungary
Based in one of Europe’s most fascinating cultural hubs, the Hungaroring continues to improve its sustainability efforts, as Budapest also works on a greener vision for the future
Re-usable cup system and biodegradeable plates reducing the volume of single-use plastic consumed in public areas
Recycling awareness campaign - encouraging fans to separate their waste at the circuit
Distribute E-tickets instead of printed tickets to reduce paper usage, transportation and logistics
Campaign to encourage fans to access the circuit by public transport
Sochi Autodrom - Russia
Russia
Designed for the 2014 Winter Olympics, the Sochi Autodrom has the foundations in place to create a sustainable environment for future generations
Partnering with local authorities to increase public transport and reduce number of fans driving to the event
Working with F1 to develop a sustainability management plan aligned to the 2025 goals
Circuit de Monaco - Monaco
Monaco
The Automobile Club of Monaco is committed to applying governmental sustainability policies across all of its motorsport events and ensure a positive impact upon the local community.
H.S.H Prince Albert II of Monaco: “We are all united by the same destiny the moment we broach the subject of the situation of our shared Planet. As inhabitants of a single global ecosystem, we are all subject to the same risks.”
Since 1995, ACM has been committed to the organisation of alternative-energy motorsport events. 2021 features the 4thMonaco E-Prix and the 21st‘E-RallyeMonte-Carlo’.
The ACM and the Prince Albert Foundation lead educational initiatives enabling students to become agents of change with amission to improve their living environment.
As of January 2020, Monaco prohibits the use of single use plastic. ACM depends on a total workforce of 3,000, many of whom are volunteers.
Bahrain International Circuit - Bahrain
Bahrain
As a nation with its own vision of striving for a sustainable future, the Bahrain International Circuit is looking at ways to develop its efforts, as fans continue to enjoy the duels in the desert.
Undertakes educational programs yearly, comprising over 100 initiatives, across 45 schools and universities, benefiting over 6,500 students
Over 70% of contracts related to F1 are awarded to domestic suppliers and the race creates around 950 FTE equivalent jobs
Every year, Palm trees are grown or replaced around the circuit, starting life in the BIC nursery, and distributed across the Kingdom for planting
Shanghai International Circuit - China
China
The Shanghai International Circuit has become one of the most hotly anticipated spots on the Formula 1 calendar following the regeneration of the local area in 2003, as the city continues to grow as one of the world’s most dynamic hubs
Plans to introduce waste separation into the circuit from 2021 – supported by public awareness and education campaign since 2019
Programme to encourage fans to use public transport and increased adoption of hybrid and electric vehicles
Participation in a Shanghai-wide initiative to eliminate non-degradable plastic bags, straws and utensils by the end of 2020
Plans to trial solar power technology across the circuit to support renewable electricity generation
Suzuka International Racing Course - Japan
Japan
Japan continues to be a world leader in sustainable technology and this venue is no different as it prides itself on its recycling programme, with the wider community benefitting from its efforts
Recycling infrastructure introduced in all fan areas with waste fully sorted by staff
Local students given free access on a Thursday for a fan and F1 teams experience
Working with F1 to develop a sustainability management plan aligned to the 2025 goals
Albert Park Circuit - Australia
Australia
The iconic Albert Park street circuit in Melbourne is synonymous with starting the Formula 1 campaign, as the local community continues to enjoy, and benefit from, the opening race weekend of the season
1.5 tonnes of unused food donated to 17 Victorian charities following the cancelled 2020 Grand Prix
30,000 school children attended the circuit in 2019 to learn about STEM, innovation and technology
AGPC Community Day grants complimentary Friday access to local residents
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