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The team has taken significant steps to reduce its carbon footprint during the European leg of the season.
Mercedes has achieved an impressive 67% reduction in emissions for race and hospitality trucks during the European Formula 1 season by using a biofuel called Hydrotreated Vegetable Oil (HVO100) developed with Petronas. This resulted in a saving of 339 tCO2e and decreased emissions from race trucks, hospitality trucks, and generators. The fuel was used in 16 trucks that traveled a total of 386,000km across Europe. Mercedes plans to continue using HVO100 in all its trucks from 2024 and increase its usage for generators as well. The team also invested in Sustainable Aviation Fuel, which saved 21% of overall air travel emissions. Mercedes’ commitment to sustainability is driven by the belief that F1 should be a role model in the fight against climate change and use its platform to pioneer change. This project showcases the success of collaboration between the team, Petronas, and logistics partners, and serves as proof for wider adoption of HVO100 in various industries.
Forrás: RacingNews 365
