Formula 1 is making steady progress on its goal to become a net-zero carbon sport by 2030. As of 2024, the organization has already slashed its carbon emissions by 26% compared to 2018 levels. Key steps include using sustainable aviation fuel for freight, streamlining broadcasting through remote operations, and powering all facilities with renewable energy. The sport’s carbon output has dropped from around 229,000 metric tons in 2018 to just under 169,000 metric tons in 2024. To tackle remaining emissions, F1 plans to invest in high-quality offsetting initiatives aligned with international standards.
Beyond carbon reductions, Formula 1 is pushing innovation through a range of eco-friendly strategies. A fully sustainable, carbon-neutral fuel—created from bio-waste and carbon capture—is in development and will power new hybrid engines set to launch in 2026. The organization is also phasing out single-use plastics at events and optimizing race schedules to minimize freight travel. However, rising costs of sustainable fuels—estimated between $225 and $300 per litre—are raising concerns among teams like Mercedes, who stress the need for financially viable solutions to ensure long-term success. More