London, United Kingdom: Formula E marked Earth Day by releasing its Season 9 Sustainability Report, solidifying its decade-long reign as the most sustainable sport globally. This season saw significant progress on both environmental and social fronts. Race-related emissions dropped a remarkable 41% compared to Season 5, while freight emissions saw a similar reduction thanks to optimized logistics with partner DHL. The FIA Girls on Track program also experienced a surge in participation, with a 140% increase and expanded access to 1,080 girls through universities and schools.
Environmental Wins
Formula E is leading the charge in sustainable racing, boasting a 41% reduction in race-related emissions and freight emissions, achieving top marks from sustainability organizations, and becoming the first global sport to follow the strictest international standard for carbon neutrality (PAS 2060).
Social Impact
Formula E is making a positive social impact by empowering over 1,000 girls through educational workshops in their FIA Girls on Track program, supporting the well-being of over 2.5 million children globally via their partnership with UNICEF’s Safe and Healthy Environment Fund, and fostering strong community ties by directly engaging with over 13,400 people and investing in projects within host cities.
Formula E continues to solidify its position as a sustainability leader. Not only was it the first net-zero carbon sporting series globally, but it also became the first to embrace the strictest international standard for carbon neutrality (PAS 2060) in June 2023. Beyond environmental efforts, Formula E demonstrates its commitment to social good. Their partnership with UNICEF’s Safe and Healthy Environment Fund has benefitted over 2.5 million children. They further invest in host communities by directly engaging with over 13,400 people and funding projects across universities, schools, and charities. This latest report underscores Formula E’s dedication to leaving a positive footprint in each race city, minimizing emissions through cutting-edge practices aligned with UN recommendations.
A Decade of Leadership
This report showcases Formula E’s dedication to leaving a positive footprint. Here are some of their key achievements over the past ten years:
- Ranked #1 ESG Global Sport and Motorsport for three consecutive years.
- The first sport to achieve net zero carbon since inception.
- Pioneered science-based emissions reduction targets validated by the UN.
- First motorsport to continuously achieve FIA’s highest environmental accreditation.
- Partnered with the UN Environment Programme to raise awareness about clean air.
- Designed the first race car with a focus on a sustainable circular economy.
- Became the biggest sports partner supporting UNICEF’s climate initiatives.
- A founding signatory of the UNFCCC Sports for Climate Action Framework.
Click here to read the Season 9 Sustainability Report: https://www.fiaformulae.com/en/sustainability
Formula E is truly setting the pace for sustainable sporting events, demonstrating a winning combination of high-octane racing and environmental and social responsibility.
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