![]() ![]() By the time new engine regulations are introduced in 2025 only 100% fully sustainable fuel is to be used. From next season F1 will introduce the use of 10% sustainable fuel. Yet it is the near future the sport believes presents the greatest promise. Today’s formula one cars have 52% thermal efficiency, a figure believed to be almost unachievable and 20% greater than road cars. However, F1 says it is at least taking measures and Brawn believes it is developing new technology where the sport can really make a difference. Photograph: Dan Istitene/Formula 1/Getty ImagesĪ fair point that is reflected in widespread frustration at many of the results of the recent Glasgow Cop26 conference. ‘It would be very rewarding for F1 to demonstrate the technology we can take forward to contribute to the reduction of greenhouse gases’ says Ross Brawn. Until there is a point where it is the No 1 priority for governments and for the world, then it’s going to continue to be a slow-burner.” “These large corporations that have a lot of money and power behind them and can definitely make change happen quicker but it’s not their No 1 priority. “F1 is only implementing it in 10 years’ time and I don’t fully understand why that doesn’t change sooner,” he said. Such efforts are not happening quickly enough for some, with the world champion Lewis Hamilton questioning why major industries, governments and indeed sports were not acting more radically. As with all major sporting events this can be reduced but not eliminated and F1 has committed to offset it with tree planting and carbon capture technology. The report stated that 45% of the carbon is from air, sea and road transport required logistically to put on each race and a further 27.7% from the transport of personnel, promoters and partners. The sport published an extensive report into its environmental impact, including revealing its 256,000 tons of CO 2 emissions each season. ![]() In 2019 F1 committed to being net carbon zero by 2030. That is not only about the excitement on track but showing that F1 can make a difference in society. “We have a mantra: an F1 fan should be proud of being an F1 fan. ![]()
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