Chip Ganassi Racing has joined the Green Sports Alliance and in this edition of the Sustainable Motorsport Roundup you will understand why. I also have details on the first F1 safety provider to earn FIA sustainability recognition and more.
Overview
Sustainable Motorsport News
IndyCar’s Chip Ganassi Racing Goes Green With Green Sports Alliance
Chip Ganassi Racing is the latest entity to join the Green Sports Alliance as the NTT IndyCar Series and INDY NXT By Firestone operation pledges to operate for a green future. The team joins FOX Sports, American Express, Coca-Cola, the Indianapolis Motor Speedway, the Los Angeles Dodgers and Formula 1 Miami, just to name a few that are part of the GSA.
“Becoming part of the Green Sports Alliance is a key step in achieving our goals,” said John Olguin, Executive Vice President of Business Operations, Chip Ganassi Racing. “Sustainability is about discipline. If you can build cars, teams, and systems that last, using every resource smarter, waste less and adapt faster, you give yourself the best chance to win more races. We want to be a team that thinks long-term, giving us the best chances to win each weekend and into the future.”
Read more about the team’s sustainability plans at Forbes here.
Geobrugg is First F1 Safety Provider to Earn FIA Sustainability Recognition
Formula 1 debris fence maker Geobrugg has been awarded the highest level of recognition from the FIA for its commitment to environmental sustainability.
The Swiss company achieved a three-star rating in the FIA Environmental Accreditation Programme, demonstrating best practice and a commitment to continuous improvement.
Sector has all the details.
E1 Partners with Fever for Ticketing Deal
The UIM E1 World Championship has named Fever as its official ticketing partner. The multi-year deal will see the live entertainment platform power the sale of E1 tickets and E1 Ocean Club VIP hospitality. Fans will be able to purchase single-day experiences or full race-weekend packages through Fever’s platform.
Fostering Innovation for Enterprises
Enovation Consulting will be at the FIA World Endurance Championship in Imola, contributing to discussions on sustainability in motorsport, within the conference “Fostering Innovation for Enterprises Linked to Automotive Industry and Big Events”.
Their Founder and CEO, Dr. Cristiana Pace, CEng, will moderate a panel with leading circuit representatives and sustainability experts, exploring best practices and the role of circuits in strengthening their positioning as destinations.
The session will bring together stakeholders to exchange insights on innovation, sustainability, and collaboration around major events.
Registration: https://metaheritage.eu/event/metaheritage-stakeholder-meeting-in-imola/
Series News
Why Formula E Must Make Major Changes to Ensure Huge Fan Growth
Johnny Herbert has detailed why Formula E must make some significant changes to its identity to ensure that it gains an even bigger fanbase. “The drivers generally don’t, I think, because they do like the challenge. They might moan and complain a little bit, but it’s moving in a direction that I think is only going to benefit Gen4, and Gen4 is only going to benefit Formula E, and actually it’s going to benefit everybody involved because the drivers are going to thoroughly enjoy it, the teams are going to enjoy probably the technology that’s there, and it looks like a proper car as well, which is nice.”
Getting to the Track Sustainably
Beyond Aero and More
- Beyond Aero selects Luxaviation as launch operator to prepare entry into service of its hydrogen-electric business aircraft (PR)
- Hyundai Reveals Venus and Earth Concepts with Striking Designs (Car and Driver)
- BMW Says Its Hydrogen-Powered iX5 Prototype Can Go 385 Miles on a Single Tank (Robb Report)
Author: Mark Boudreau
Mark is the publisher of Motorsport Prospects. As a lawyer, he applies his legal background and research skills to assist race drivers by showcasing the resources they need to make their motorsport careers happen.
