Formula 1 is confident in achieving its net zero goals by 2030 and this week’s Sustainable Motorsport Roundup will bring you up to speed on their progress so far. I also have news on sustainability in MotoGP, how the new Porsche 911 Cup car will use synthetic fuel and an EV that accelerates from 0–60 mph in 1.38 seconds.
Sustainable Motorsport News
RTR Sports Marketing looks at Formula E and MotoE and asks the question, is this the future of motorsport? “This is a possible and necessary coupling to be in step with the times. The overt environmental crisis must also be countered by those involved in racing. Understanding this and renewing oneself means being able to continue to be appreciated by the public and to attract companies and sponsors: no one nowadays wants or can afford to be linked to polluting and environmentally harmful activities.”
SRO Motorsports Group has upheld its longstanding environmental commitment this year by lending its support to a diverse set of projects around the globe. The company has maintained 100 percent carbon neutrality in 2025, a status it first achieved in 2024, and continues to focus on reducing its impact and encouraging best practices from partners, competitors and stakeholders alike.
“I am very proud that we have maintained our 100 percent carbon neutral promise this year,” said Stéphane Ratel, the founder and CEO of SRO Motorsports Group. “Technology-based projects have played a particularly important role. Given our longstanding presence in the motorsport industry, we have seen first-hand the potential of technological developments and believe that they can be of enormous benefit in the fight against climate change. It is also important that we retain a presence on six continents, with particular focus on the regions in which we are most active.”
Team Brady has announced the launch of Race for Change, a new platform that unites the efforts of Team Brady, its partners, and fans to advance sustainable solutions, promote equal opportunities, and protect marine environments. The initiative aims to merge performance on the water with tangible environmental impact, with every championship point translating directly into plastic waste removals.
Team Owner Tom Brady said: “At Team Brady, we don’t just race to win, we race to lead, and that means driving change both on and off the water. Race For Change is a movement that brings together our team, our partners, and our fans to create real-world impact through the power of sport. With some incredible partners, we’re taking action where it matters most and I’m proud to be at the forefront of it all.”
EV Magazine has more details including an interview with Ben King & Joe Sturdy, Co-Team Principals at Team Brady.
The August 2025 edition of Race Tech magazine has some great articles on hydrogen in motorsport.
- TOYOTA LEADING THE HYDROGEN REVOLUTION: Toyota “leading fight against CO2” with twin hydrogen assaults: new hydrogen combustion Hypercar and deal to collaborate on MissionH24 hydrogen fuel cell prototype
- LE MANS 24 HOURS DEBRIEF: Gary Watkins reveals what we learned from Le Mans 2025 – from Toyota’s hydrogen ambitions to Hypercars, LMP2 and more
- HERE COMES HYDROGEN…Chris Pickering speaks to Bosch Motorsport’s Remi Fouret about the company’s extensive involvement in the future of hydrogen power at Le Mans
- FORD’S PIKES PEAK SUPER MUSTANG: A car based on the NASCAR Cup chassis, but with a tri-motor, all-wheel-drive setup, a 78-kWh battery, and a body kit designed for high downforce. Ford was ready for Pikes Peak! By Hal Ridge
You can pick up your copy here.
A major electric motorsport-backed education initiative is targeting Britain’s critical shortage of workers in green industries, with Formula E’s Driving Force program, presented by PIF E360, predicted to reach over 50,000 students worldwide by the end of 2025.
Formula E, the world’s first and only all electric motorsport, continues to accelerate change on and off the track through its flagship STEM and sustainability youth education programs. Driving Force presented by PIF E360 comes as the UK faces a projected deficit of 200,000 skilled workers in net-zero zero roles by 2030, while green job opportunities continue to expand by 9.2 percent year-on-year.
More details can be found here.
Sustainable Motorsport Tech
Porsche’s new generation of 911 Cup cars are an exercise in sustainability. Designed to run on advanced synthetic fuel (MtG), the new Cup car aligns with Porsche’s sustainability goals and FIA’s push for low-emission motorsport. AutoGuide has the details. AI Invest also has a good overview.
“Porsche’s 2026 911 Cup Race Car is not merely an evolution of a motorsport icon—it is a strategic masterstroke that redefines the intersection of high-performance engineering and sustainable energy. As the automotive and energy sectors race toward decarbonization, Porsche’s integration of eFuels into its racing programs and road-car R&D positions the company as a unique investment vehicle: one that bridges the gap between premium automotive innovation and renewable energy scalability. For investors, this dual-track approach signals a compelling long-term opportunity in a world where ESG (Environmental, Social, Governance) criteria are reshaping capital allocation.”
Autoblog writes: Imagine an electric track car that blasts to 60 mph in 1.38 seconds, generates 2,000 kg of downforce at zero speed, and carries a $1.13 million price tag. That’s the McMurtry Speirling. Every stab at the throttle plants you firmly in your seat like Maverick’s Tomcat. Few machines on earth deliver this kind of visceral thrill — and the Speirling isn’t just for pro drivers.
“The McMurtry Speirling detonates off the line, eclipsing top-tier EV hypercars. It rockets from 0–60 mph in 1.38 seconds, thanks to 1,000 hp and a 1,000 kg curb weight — an unrivaled power-to-weight ratio . By comparison, the Tesla Model S Plaid takes 2.0 seconds and weighs 4,766 lb.”
Sustainable Racing
Two of the winning teams from the UK-wide rounds of the StreetCar British ecoRally will be heading to Dundee to compete in ecoRally Scotland – truly progressing from StreetCar Club event to FIA World Championship driver in under six months.
Motorsport UK’s StreetCar program provides the perfect point of entry for EV and hybrid vehicle owners to experience motorsport in their everyday road car. Launched in 2022, StreetCar showcases the affordability and accessibility of motorsport around the UK, encouraging more people to get behind the wheel and enjoy the sport.
Series News
Formula 1 is confident of becoming net zero by 2030 having reduced carbon emissions by 26% across the last seven years. A recent report from F1 stated that the championship’s carbon footprint stood at 168,720 tCO2e at the end of 2024, compared to 228,793 tCO2e following 2018.
The update confirms that the sport is over halfway towards achieving its minimum 50% emissions reduction target, as set out in its Net Zero by 2030 commitment. Any remaining unavoidable emissions will be offset using credible programmes in line with latest best practice guidance.
“We are strongly committed to achieving Net Zero by 2030,” said F1 CEO Stefano Domenicali. “It is a concrete goal, already visible in the significant reduction of our sport’s carbon footprint. While continuing to grow globally, we have shown that sustainable development is possible and that the strategies we have adopted are yielding tangible results.”
Autosport talks to Ellen Jones, F1’s Head of Energy, Sustainability and Governance about the report and progress so far. “Looking ahead, we have a clear plan to meet our commitments and to further demonstrate how growth can be positive for both sustainability and sporting outcomes.”
To access the 2025 Sustainability Report click here.
Watching a race today, spectators can hear the roars of engines and smell the undeniable scent of burning rubber, but what they will likely miss is the silent revolution happening behind the scenes. Sustainability is not a common discussion in sports circles, but MotoGP seems to be committed to saving our planet and More Bikes looks at what the series is doing when it comes to sustainability. Of note, this is a sponsored article.
“MotoGP organizers made it mandatory for motorbikes to use E40 fuels in 2024. This means 40% of the fuels came from non-fossil sources. The aim is to have moved to E100 (100% non-fossil fuels) by 2027.”
ACO President Pierre Fillon has conceded that a Garage 56 entry is the most realistic option for a hydrogen-powered car to contest the 24 Hours of Le Mans for the first time as soon as 2028, which remains the governing body’s target date.
“There is no delay, it will be open in 2028,” Fillon told Sportscar365. “But I don’t know when the manufacturers will be ready. It’s up to them to come.” Asked if the first hydrogen-powered car at Le Mans could potentially come in the form of a Garage 56 entry, Fillon replied: “Maybe.”
Extreme H, the world’s first hydrogen-powered off-road racing series, has officially joined Hydrogen UK, the UK’s leading industry association driving the advancement and adoption of hydrogen as a key solution for a net-zero future.
Ali Russell, Managing Director of Extreme H, said: “We are proud to join Hydrogen UK at such a critical time for the UK’s clean energy ambitions. Extreme H will be a powerful global platform to prove what hydrogen can do in high-pressure, high-performance environments, pushing the boundaries of technology, building public trust in hydrogen solutions, and accelerating the path to net zero. Collaboration is key to unlocking a resilient hydrogen economy, and we look forward to working with Hydrogen UK’s members to help turn ambition into action.”
Getting to the Track Sustainably
- What Can You Expect From Electric Air Taxi Services? (Business Jet Traveler)
- NBAA Calls Climate Report on Bizjets Flawed, Incomplete (AIN)
- Spotlight on e-SAF (T&E)
- ICAO and UAE Offer $1M to Students Researching SAF (AIN)
- Weak aircraft innovation undercutting aviation’s green transition (T&E)
- United Therapeutic’s: The Brands First Hydrogen Helicopter (Energy Digital)
- Inside Beta Technologies’ Alia CX300 Electric Aircraft (Business Jet Traveler)
- IATA launches new initiative to accelerate sustainable aviation fuel uptake (Business Traveler)
- Archer Aviation Launches eVTOL Aircraft Flight Trials in Abu Dhabi (AIN)
- Is SAF the most efficient path to economy-wide decarbonisation? (AEF)
- Sweden invented ‘flight shaming’. Now it is begging airlines to return (The Telegraph)
- France, Spain, and 6 other countries pledge to tax premium fliers (Fast Company)
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.
