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According to a report by Blackbook Motorsport, last year’s Singapore Grand Prix produced 2,372 tonnes of carbon dioxide. The organizers of the event aim to reduce this figure by over 50% by 2028, the final year of the current contract. They plan to achieve this by replacing diesel with hydrotreated vegetable oil as the fuel for generators powering the event. By 2028, all generators at the Marina Bay Circuit will use this renewable energy source, resulting in an estimated 52% reduction in carbon emissions. The director of sustainability for the Singapore GP stated that advancements in technology now provide an opportunity to do more in terms of sustainability. Additionally, Formula 1 as a whole is working towards a net-zero carbon footprint by 2030 through measures such as revised schedules to reduce air travel and the use of 100% sustainable fuels in power units starting from 2026. The Austrian Grand Prix has also implemented sustainable practices, including the use of hydrotreated vegetable oil biofuel and solar panels. These efforts align with a global trend towards sustainability and help the sport remain relevant in a conscious world.
Source: Motorsport Week