Formula One records 35% drop in carbon footprint since 2018

Formula One has significantly cut its carbon footprint, achieving a 35% reduction last year compared to its 2018 baseline. The motor racing organization announced Wednesday that it is on track to meet its commitment to become net-zero carbon by 2030.

The 2025 annual review revealed a 12% decrease in the carbon footprint from 2024 and a 27% reduction in travel emissions since 2018. These improvements stem from teams investing in sustainable aviation fuel and Formula One implementing remote broadcast operations. Collectively, these efforts have removed nearly 80,000 tonnes of carbon dioxide from Formula One operations since 2018.

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The cross-sport commitment to reducing carbon emissions has seen almost 80,000 tonnes of carbon dioxide removed from Formula One operations since 2018.

To further its environmental goals, Formula One plans to reduce emissions from teams, staff, and personnel traveling between its 22 Grands Prix this year. A key milestone involves removing more than 50% of current broadcast and related freight from air transport by 2030. This strategic shift aims to achieve the organization's minimum emissions reduction target.

Formula One President and CEO Stefano Domenicali expressed pride in the collective effort. "From calendar rationalisation to greater investment in sustainable fuels and alternative energy solutions, we have reduced our footprint while the sport continues to grow," he stated. The organization emphasizes that these environmental initiatives are being pursued while the sport itself continues to expand globally.

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From calendar rationalisation to greater investment in sustainable fuels and alternative energy solutions, we have reduced our footprint while the sport continues to grow.