F1 Races Towards Green Future with Aggreko Power Partnership
From curating sustainable fuel to increasing energy efficiency at events around the world, it’s no secret that Formula 1 is accelerating towards a sustainable future at lightning speed.
This is despite perceptions that Formula 1 (F1) — a fuel-guzzling motorsport — whizzes not just around the track but around the globe with little consideration for the planet. The race series and its dedicated sustainability team bend over backwards to ensure the race is driving its way toward a more sustainable future, partnering with global powerhouses to make this hope a reality.
Since the inaugural season in 1950, Formula 1 has drawn in crowds in their millions, with some lucky enough to have a front-row seat to the thrills of the race day chase.
Formula 1 x Aggreko: Delivering low-carbon power solutions at European Grands Prix
By partnering with Aggreko — a global leader in temporary power solutions — F1 will deliver innovative low-carbon energy systems at all European Grands Prix starting in 2025.
This aligns with F1's ambitious goal of achieving net zero by 2030.
Aggreko will serve as an Official Provider of F1, underscoring the commitment to reducing the carbon footprint of motorsport.
“The entire paddock is part of our net zero by 2030 commitment and solutions like the low-carbon energy generation system combine technological innovation with coordinated action,” said Ellen Jones, Head of ESG at Formula 1.
Solutions like the low-carbon energy generation system combine technological innovation with coordinated action
“In practice, this means that we can achieve significant carbon reductions in this space — and we look forward to continuing to showcase how we can deliver more sustainable events.”
Formula 1’s relationship with Aggreko
The groundwork for this partnership was laid in 2023 during a successful pilot at the Austrian Grand Prix. Here, a centralised power generation compound was introduced, utilising renewable sources such as hydrotreated vegetable oil (HVO), biofuel, solar panels and battery storage systems.
This initiative resulted in a staggering reduction of more than 90% in carbon emissions compared to the previous year’s event. This impressive achievement demonstrates the potential of innovative energy solutions in transforming how major sporting events operate.
Following the success at the Austrian Grand Prix, the system was further tested at the Red Bull Ring and the 2024 Hungarian Grand Prix. With consistent results in reducing carbon emissions, this system is set to be implemented across the entire European Grand Prix season from 2025.
This expansion means that F1 teams, the FIA and other stakeholders will no longer need to bring their own generators, as the centralised system will provide sufficient power for all garages, motorhomes, and operational areas throughout the race weekend.
Robert Wells, President Aggreko Europe and Aggreko Event Services, added: “Aggreko has an unrivalled track record of delivering power transition solutions across the globe in the most demanding, challenging and mission critical environments to ensure the needs of our clients are met consistently to the highest standards.
“As a global leader, we have an important role to play in the energy transition and we’re thrilled that Formula 1 has chosen Aggreko to help them on their journey to be carbon net zero by 2030. We look forward to continuing working with Formula 1 and together energising change for a positive future.”
Aggreko also has a tight-knit relationship with Formula E, where it is working to reduce its emissions by 45% across Scopes 1, 2 and 3 by 2030.
How else is Formula 1 accelerating toward a sustainable future?
Innovative energy solutions and operational changes are at the core of F1’s sustainability aspirations. It has committed to achieving net zero carbon by 2030, with a focus on reducing emissions from travel, logistics and energy use pivotal to reaching these targets.
Transitioning to renewable energy sources at race events is one way the brand is moving toward a greener way of operating, with more than 75% of promoters now using green power.
As well as this, F1 is pioneering sustainable fuels — aiming for 100% sustainable fuel in all F1 cars by 2026.
Logistical improvements, such as using biofuel-powered trucks and increasing sea freight, have significantly reduced carbon emissions.
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