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This weekend, we return to action after the summer break in the Netherlands, and before looking at the numerous initiatives taking place in Zandvoort, we are finishing our round-up of key ESG initiatives that took place in the first half of the 2024 season. ⚡ F1 used the low-carbon energy generation system again in Austria, which had been trialled at the Red Bull Ring in 2023, where it saved >90% of carbon emissions whilst powering the Pit and Paddock areas. It was also used for the first time in Hungary as F1 looks to expand the project across more European events. Read more about the system here: https://shorturl.at/rYpHR 🥕 The Red Bull Ring prioritises local produce and businesses, with 85% of key suppliers from Austria and half of those coming directly from the region of Styria. 🎓 F1 welcomed 16 of its Engineering Scholars from the UK and Italy to Silverstone, where they received a full day of unique experiences, including Paddock and garage tour and a networking event with F1 supported charity Mission 44. 🤝 F1 supported by charities Make-A-Wish, Great Ormond Street Hospital and Race Against Dementia raised over £60,000 for their respective charities and F1 welcomed critically ill children and their families into the Paddock at Silverstone for behind-the-scenes tours. ♻ Silverstone continues to increase its efforts in powering the event through multiple sources of renewable energy and is aiming to reach a waste recycling rate of 50% across the event. 🎨 The Hungarian Grand Prix partnered with The Institute for the Blind, and students were treated to tours of the Paddock and team garages. They also had the chance to meet their F1 heroes and take part in a special Fan Zone activation that showcased Braille-focused art. 🚌 A continued push by the Belgian Grand Prix encouraged the use of greener travel options, which has resulted in a 40% increase in fans using public transport to reach the famous Spa-Francorchamps circuit since 2022. 🚲 98% of visitors to the Dutch Grand Prix are expected to use lower carbon methods of transport to attend the race, with great transport links and a huge push for fans to cycle to the event. As F1 continues on track to be Net Zero by 2030, we’ll bring you updates of the ESG efforts across sport throughout the rest of the season.

As the F1 Summer Break continues, we’re looking back at some of the key ESG highlights from the Grands Prix so far this year, featuring sustainability and social impact initiatives. F1 is on track to reach Net Zero by 2030 and there is a united effort from across the sport to create positive change. Following on from last week’s post where we looked at the first five races of the season, here’s what happened at the next five Grands Prix… 🍔 Ten local minority owned food and beverage vendors were given ‘Golden Tickets’ that gave them the opportunity to trade at the F1 Miami Grand Prix. 🎓 F1 Academy hosted an immersive event in collaboration with Mission 44 and F1 MIA for students to learn more about leadership and the business of motorsport. 🚚 As F1 returned to Europe, the Grands Prix were delivered by biofuel-powered trucks, which last year saved an average of 83% in relevant carbon emissions. 🍝 Il Tortellante, an inclusive community programme that teaches people with Autism how to make fresh pasta by hand, served Paddock guests in Imola (Autodromo Internazionale Enzo e Dino Ferrari - Formula Imola S.p.A.). 🤝 Awabots continued to connect young fans from local hospitals and organisations to their F1 heroes via a live video stream, beaming them into the Paddock. 💧 In Monaco (Automobile Club de Monaco), a bespoke water desalination system turned seawater into fresh water to wash more than 50,000 reusable cups for fans across the weekend. 🚇 97% of attendees used lower carbon methods to make their way to the FORMULA 1 GRAND PRIX DU CANADA, with F1 fans encouraged to user greener transport at all events where possible.  ⚡ The Circuit de Barcelona-Catalunya transitioned to renewable energy sources, including the installation of 1,239 new solar panels. 📝 The British Embassy in Spain met with six STEM and Journalism students who were taking part in the F1 Academy Career Discovery Programme and toured the Paddock with Spanish driver Nerea Martí and British driver Jess Edgar. We’ll round off the key ESG highlights from the first half of the 2024 season ahead of the return to racing action next weekend at the Formula 1 Heineken Dutch Grand Prix, which will also see the fourth F1 ACADEMY race of the season. #F1 #motorsport #ESG #sustainability #diversity #inclusion #community #impact #sportsbiz

During the F1 Summer Break, we’re looking back at some of the key ESG highlights from the Grands Prix so far this year, featuring sustainability and social impact initiatives. In April, F1 launched its first Impact Report, which detailed the sport’s ESG efforts and how it is on track to hit the Net Zero by 2030 goal. Find out more here: https://lnkd.in/e7QMV4ma As part of the wider sport's efforts to create a more sustainable F1, during the first five events of the 2024 season… ☀ An on-site 3.5mw solar farm at the Bahrain International Circuit delivered enough clean energy throughout the year to power all F1 requirements. 🏎 Pirelli announced the use of more sustainable FSC-certified tyres for the 2024 season. 🎓 Over 40 schools took part in an initiative at the Saudi Arabian GP to educate and inspire young students from diverse backgrounds, including Saudi Arabia’s first Autism and Disability associations. 📚 F1 Academy invited children from local schools in Jeddah to visit the Paddock at pre-season testing, for the chance to soak in the atmosphere, meet team personnel and drivers, and learn more about the careers available in motorsport. ⚡ Multiple green energy solutions powered the Formula 1® Australian Grand Prix, including 100% Certified Green Power from the grid, solar panels, and hydrogen cell and biofuel-powered generators. 🚗 The Safety and Medical Cars were powered by 40% sustainable fuel for the first time. 👨👩👧👦 4,000 local families and students attended a special community Pit Lane experience to get up and close to the team garages at the iconic Suzuka Circuit. Keep an eye out next week when we’ll showcase more of the fantastic work that’s going on across the sport to create positive change. #F1 #Formula1 #motorsport #ESG #sustainability #diversity #inclusion #community #impact #sportsbiz

Formula 1 has announced a partnership with the Las Vegas Convention and Visitors Authority (LVCVA) to become an Official Partner of Formula 1. The LVCVA are founding partners of the FORMULA 1 HEINEKEN SILVER LAS VEGAS GRAND PRIX (Formula 1 Las Vegas Grand Prix) and this new partnership will strengthen the relationship between F1 and Las Vegas ahead of the second Grand Prix in November. For more information read below: https://lnkd.in/e_g4skpb #F1 #Motorsport #LVGP #LasVegas #Vegas #sportsbiz

Since the beginning of the season F1 and its supported charities have raised more than £500,000 towards vital causes. Alongside this more than 300 children and students have been involved in social impact activities at races. Hear more from Make-A-Wish ambassador and Alpine F1 Team driver, Pierre Gasly, on the work he does for the charity’s French affiliate and the duty he feels to give back. For more information read here: #MakeAWish #Charity #F1 #ESG #Motorsport https://lnkd.in/eeFT3ZuE

Formula 1 has confirmed the 2025 Sprint calendar. Shanghai, Miami, Spa, Austin, São Paulo and Lusail are all set to host the event next year. For more information read below: https://lnkd.in/expMUS-5 #F1 #F1Sprint #Sprint #Motorsport

Formula 1, Apple Original Films and Warner Bros. Pictures today revealed the title of the upcoming movie starring Brad Pitt, directed by Joseph Kosinski, and produced by Jerry Bruckheimer and Joe Kosinski, will be F1. The confirmation of the title comes in advance of an official Teaser airing this Sunday 7 July 14:33 (BST) in the Formula 1 world feed. F1 will be distributed in cinemas around the world and in IMAX® by Warner Bros. Pictures, opening in theatres Summer 2025. Read more here: https://lnkd.in/eWGifnNj

Formula 1 and Mission 44 have launched an exciting new collaboration to drive forward diversity in motorsport. As a charity “supported by Formula 1”, Mission 44 and F1 will work together to increase awareness and access to motorsport career opportunities, so young people, no matter their background, can succeed. To find out more click here: https://lnkd.in/eW2iaHV6 #f1 #motorsport #Mission44 #scholarships #charity #DandI #STEM #sportsbiz