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The Hy-Vee IndyCar Race Weekend has been awarded a gold certification from the Council for Responsible Sport on account of
The Council has been evaluating and certifying public events since 2007, focusing on promoting a healthier society, economy, and environment. The double-header race weekend at Iowa Speedway became the second motorsports event to achieve a gold certification, the highest level awarded by the Council. This event was also the first in the state of Iowa to receive such recognition. The Chevrolet Detroit Grand Prix was the other motorsports event to achieve a gold certification for its responsible practices, bringing the annual IndyCar race to downtown Detroit. The Hy-Vee IndyCar Race Weekend at Iowa Speedway saved 160 tons of material from landfills, recycled 73 tons of cardboard, bottles, and cans, and donated 4.5 tons of unused food to local pantries during the July 21-23 race weekend. The event’s sustainability efforts will continue in 2024, featuring multiple concerts and two full-length IndyCar races.
