The Extreme H World Cup is about to introduce hydrogen to motorsport, and I have all the details in this week’s Sustainable Motorsport Roundup. You will hear from those behind the scenes, the unique format the race will use and more!
Overview
Sustainable Motorsport News
Silverstone Releases 2024 Sustainability Report
Silverstone’s 2024 Sustainability Report, titled “Shift to Zero,” outlines their commitment to becoming a sustainable business, including goals to reduce emissions and achieve net-zero by 2040. The report details progress in environmental, social, and governance (ESG) efforts, such as waste reduction, promoting sustainable fan travel, and achieving the FIA’s highest 3-star Environmental Accreditation. The full report can be accessed here.
Where Sports Technology Fuels Climate Solutions
At Climate Week NYC this past week, Liberty Global partnered with Formula E to host an inspiring event spotlighting how sports, technology, and climate action intersect to drive meaningful change.
Three key themes emerged from conversations from leaders across sustainability, innovation and clean energy investment:
- The green transition is here to stay – from EV adoption to green energy investments, momentum is accelerating across industries
- Technology transfer & innovation – how breakthroughs in motorsport can accelerate progress in the wider energy and transport sectors
- The decarbonisation journey starts with transparent, accurate data – with AI and other emerging technologies, we’re unlocking a new era of insight into impacts and opportunities based on solid data analysis
Sport as a Catalyst for Pragmatic Sustainability and EV Adoption
Also appearing at Climate Week NYC was Formula E racer Lucas di Grassi who explained how sport, and Formula E specifically, could influence the broader shift to clean mobility.
“The platform for sportsmen is huge. They reach tens or hundreds of millions of people. That gives them the ability to influence behavior far more quickly than governments can legislate.”
Sweden’s Tierp Motorsport Arena Arena Launches Sustainable Water Partnership with Bluewater
Tierp Arena, one of Northern Europe’s largest motorsport venues located 120 km from Stockholm, has announced a new partnership with Swedish water purification and beverage company Bluewater to deliver sustainable hydration solutions at its events. The collaboration marks a major step in reducing single-use plastic bottles while ensuring visitors have access to premium-quality drinking water.
As part of the initiative, an advanced Bluewater hydration station will initially be installed at the venue, offering ultra-purified water for fans to refill their own reusable bottles. The arena plans to install a number of the water stations, some of which will uniquely feature digital signage screens showing live event information and environmental updates, creating an interactive and sustainable experience for visitors.
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Sustainable Motorsport Tech
Is Hydrogen the Future for Motorsport and the Planet?
The roar of engines has long been synonymous with high-octane spectacle, but as the world grapples with a climate crisis, motorsport is navigating a crucial crossroads. Can it continue to be a pioneer of automotive technology while embracing a sustainable future? The Fédération Internationale de l’Automobile (FIA) believes the answer is yes, and it’s betting on hydrogen. Global Sustainable Sport looks into it.
“I think the overall message of Extreme H is that we are pioneering a breakthrough technology that is not yet widely understood but has enormous potential to accelerate the transition to net zero. Motorsport is the ideal platform for this mission; it provides a high-performance testing ground to push hydrogen innovation forward, while also serving as a powerful stage to engage global audiences.”
Zimspeed: A Legend of the Nürburgring with a Legacy of Fibre
Zimspeed embodies a legacy of innovation, from carbon fibre to today’s natural fibre revolution. Bcomp explains how they do it. “There is a huge potential for more sustainable composites in motorsport, especially bodywork. The moulds are the same, and the processing is also similar. I am not surprised it has been made mandatory in the GT4 class and features so frequently at almost every level of motorsport. It offers an excellent combination of properties, including ductile failure mechanics and high specific bending stiffness,” Holger Zimmerman explained.
Motul: Powering Decarbonisation Through Sustainable Lubricant Innovations
Motul leverages its racing heritage and 170 years of expertise to drive decarbonisation through sustainable lubricants, innovation, and regional adaptation. “The real shift has been moving from a singular focus on combustion engines to a portfolio that serves multiple powertrains,” Lionel Dantiacq, CEO of Motul Asia Pacific explained. “Hybrids, for instance, require fluids that both protect combustion components and optimise electric drive efficiency. For hydrogen and electric vehicles, innovations such as immersive cooling are being explored to help batteries and fuel cells operate safely and efficiently. These represent forward-looking technologies that could ease the transition in markets still reliant on infrastructure development.”
Series News
FIA And Extreme H Introduce The World’s First Hydrogen Powered World Cup
The FIA Extreme H World Cup, launching in Qiddiya, Saudi Arabia, from October 9–11, 2025, is the first international off-road championship powered entirely by hydrogen fuel cell technology, promising to redefine the boundaries of racing.
The multi-year agreement between the FIA and Extreme H positions the championship as both a testing ground for hydrogen innovation and a platform for inclusion in motorsport, ensuring fans experience competition that is sustainable, cutting-edge, and gender-balanced.
Forbes spoke with key figures behind the championship for their insights and you can read them here. BlackBook Motorsport also spoke to Extreme H Managing Director Ali Russell. “This is the most exciting motorsport proposition in 30 years.”
Extreme H Unveils Format for Inaugural World Cup + New Teams
A unique three-discipline format has been unveiled for the inaugural Extreme H World Cup. As well as the typical multi-car races that have been commonplace in Extreme E, time trials and head-to-head duels will also take place.
In addition to the format, both Jenson Button’s JBX and the STARD race teams have confirmed that they will be racing in Extreme H.
In the episode of the Hansen Brothers podcast posted above, Andreas Bakkerud and Catie Munnings join Kevin and Timmy to discuss joining Team Hansen for the upcoming Extreme E and Extreme H racing. The conversation also touches on personal milestones, with more than one person expecting a baby!
So why did Bakkerud join the team? How is Catie going to keep the peace? Is Timmy’s butt slimmer than Andreas’? You’ll find the answer to all these questions and more with this episode.
Extreme E Extends Broadcast Partnership with SPOTV Across Asia
The FIA Extreme H World Cup, the world’s first hydrogen motorsport, has confirmed the extension of its broadcast partnership with SPOTV for 2025, allowing fans across Asia to continue following the next chapter of sustainable racing.
Formula E and ITV Extend Broadcast Deal to 2027
ITV and Formula E have announced a new free-to-air broadcast deal for the UK and Ireland, extending their successful partnership for a further two years to cover Seasons 12 and 13, to 2027.
E1 Racing In Lagos: Team Drogba Pilots Lead E1 Racing’s African Debut
The UIM E1 World Championship is making its historic debut in Lagos, marking a significant moment for motorsport in Africa. This all-electric powerboat racing series emphasizes sustainability and inclusion, with Team Drogba’s pilots, Oban Duncan and Micah Wilkinson, leading the charge. Duncan, a promising young driver, and Wilkinson, an Olympic bronze medalist, view this event as an opportunity to showcase their skills and inspire the next generation of motorsport enthusiasts in Africa.
Their participation not only highlights the potential of African representation in motorsport but also aims to connect sport with broader themes of empowerment and innovation. To learn more about this exciting event and its implications for the future of motorsport in Africa, read the full article here.
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.
