The Formula E Gen4 race car has impressed drivers and, in this week’s Sustainable Motorsport Roundup you will hear from a few of them. I also have details on the advanced sustainable fuels from Petronas and more.
Overview
Sustainable Motorsport News
Mexico GP Receives Two-Star Recognition for its Sustainability Strategy
The Formula 1 Mexico Grand Prix Presented by Heineken was recognized with two stars within the Environmental Accreditation Program of the International Motor Federation (FIA), as a result of the outstanding sustainability strategy implemented during the race.
“Receiving the two-star accreditation by the FIA represents recognition of the work we have done to integrate sustainability in an increasingly cross-cutting way into the operation of the Mexico GP. This breakthrough is the result of the collective effort of our team, partners and suppliers to continue to strengthen our practice by generating a positive impact, both during the event and in our environment Our aim is to continue to evolve and demonstrate that a world-class event can also be increasingly responsible with the environment and with the community that makes it possible.”
Hankook Tire Renews FIA Three-Star Environmental Accreditation
Hankook Tire & Technology (Hankook Tire) has renewed its FIA Three-Star Environmental Accreditation, the highest rating within the Fédération Internationale de l’Automobile (FIA) Environmental Accreditation Programme.
Hankook Tire first received the FIA Three-Star Environmental Accreditation in 2024 and has retained its accreditation following this year’s renewal assessment. The company received final approval following a rigorous evaluation by FIA Sustainability and will retain its accreditation through July 2028.
Through this renewed accreditation, Hankook Tire has reaffirmed that its environmental management systems for motorsport meet the FIA’s standards. Separately, the company plans to continuously review and strengthen the ESG management activities and environmental management capabilities of its unified global brand, ‘Hankook.’
Can the Social Impact of Sport be Measured as Accurately as its Carbon Footprint?
Formula E demonstrates that sustainability in sport is not only about reducing emissions and introducing new technologies, but also about delivering tangible benefits to local communities. In September, Formula E published its 2024/25 Season Sustainability Report, highlighting how electric racing can support education, skills development and social inclusion. Read the full post from the Institute for Sport Governance here.
UN Climate Change Launches New Framework to Turn Sport’s Climate Commitments into Measurable Action
The United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change (UNFCCC) has launched an updated Sports for Climate Action Framework, calling on the global sports industry to move beyond environmental commitments and demonstrate meaningful, measurable progress through partnerships, communication and climate resilience. The new framework was presented at the Sport Positive Summit 2026, held virtually on 6–7 October in collaboration with UN Climate Change and the International Olympic Committee (IOC), with speakers highlighting the opportunity for sport to become a catalyst for wider societal change.
Read more about the framework at Global Sustainable Sport here.
Sustainable Motorsport Tech
“What A Machine!” | Coulthard, di Grassi & More React To GEN4
Why the Jaguar Type 01 Mirrors Formula E
Can Formula E’s influence be measured beyond the racetrack? Jaguar’s striking new Type 01 electric vehicle offers a compelling example of how motorsport innovation can shape road-car development and help established automotive brands embrace an electric future. In this article, FE Notebook’s Sam Smith explores the connection between Jaguar’s Formula E program, its evolving brand identity and the engineering lessons being transferred from racing to the road, highlighting the role electric motorsport can play in accelerating the wider transition to electric mobility.
Where Chemistry Meets Performance: Petronas Advances Sustainable Fuel Innovation
Petronas’ Advanced Sustainable Fuel (ASF) is powering winning performance for the Mercedes-AMG PETRONAS Formula One Team in Formula One’s first season of advanced sustainable fuels, extending the team’s momentum on track while meeting the sport’s 2026 sustainability requirements. PETRONAS’ Fluid Technology Solutions support the team’s integrated power unit at the pinnacle of motorsport.
“Formula One is among the most demanding proving grounds for any fuel, and a sustainable fuel that wins there carries credibility well beyond motorsport. Our position reflects sustained investment in fuel science and a long-held conviction that lower-carbon mobility will be built on solutions that perform at scale. This season’s results are a reflection of that conviction, one that continues to shape how PETRONAS serves its customers on the road and beyond,’ said Datuk Seri Sazali Hamzah, Executive Vice President of Downstream Business, PETRONAS.”
More details can be found here.
Electra AI and Iron Horse Acquisition II Corp. Selected by Westbrook Racing by Visit Angola to Bring AI Battery Intelligence to E1 Electric Powerboat Racing
Electra AI, the AI Brain for Batteries platform, and Iron Horse Acquisition II Corp. announced that Westbrook Racing by Visit Angola, a leading team in the UIM E1 World Championship, has selected ELECTRA AI as its Official Battery Intelligence Partner, deploying the AI Brain for Batteries platform and its Race Boost Optimizer module under a three-year agreement beginning with the 2026 season. Using the Team’s post-race telemetry data, the same data available to all teams, the software gives the crew greater insight into battery health and performance over time and helps optimize race strategy for each course.
Series News
FIA Extreme H World Cup and DAZN Renew Global Broadcast Partnership to Power Growth of Hydrogen Racing
Extreme H has announced an extension of its global broadcast partnership with DAZN, the world’s leading sports entertainment platform. The continued partnership will bring the world’s first and only hydrogen-powered motorsport free-to-view to fans worldwide.
The FIA World Cup is set to return to its home at Qiddiya City, Saudi Arabia for three days of thrilling racing across the 29th – 31st of October, in what promises to be an action-packed event.
DAZN will make all Extreme H programming available to sports fans for free, ensuring easy access for global audiences, while maximising reach and engagement. Coverage will be delivered in English across markets.
Should Formula E Run a Satellite Team for Women?
Formula E has long since had big plans to establish a credible pathway for talented female racers to try and follow in the footsteps of Michaela Cerruti, Katherine Legge and Simon de Silvestro to race in the all-electric world championship in the future. Here, Jodie Saxon from Formula E Notebook asks if a dedicated, initially standalone program within the Formula E sporting framework could work?
The Secret Brands Hatch Track Mods
The Brands Hatch circuit that will host its first ever E-Prix next May will feature three new complexes to the legendary former host of the British Grand Prix. Sam Smith of Formula E Notebook explains what changes have been made to the iconic track in advance of Formula E’s arrival.
FIA President Announces V8 F1 Engines for 2030
FIA President Mohammed Ben Sulayem revealed that Formula 1 will return to V8 engines with sustainable fuel in 2030. “The beauty about 2030 is that we are working together, that the launch of the new V8 will be in 2030,” the FIA President said.
Getting to the Track Sustainably
- A New Generation of Luxury Turboprops Could Rival Your Private Jet (Robb Report)
- EasyJet pilots to save fuel and emissions in switch from paper to digital fuel uplift (Green Air News)
- Synthetic aviation fuel projects advance in Europe, Africa, US and China (Green Air News)
- ARC Bio demonstrates Canadian forest residue pathway to SAF (Biomass Magazine)
- ReFuelEU mandate creates the first market for solar aviation fuel (Solar Paces)
- Virgin offers first glimpse of new cross-Channel service planned from 2030 (Virgin)
- Virgin Group to explore air-rail integration as it orders cross-Channel high speed train fleet (Railway Gazette)
- CMA CGM and DSV strengthen their partnership to accelerate low-carbon shipping through ACT+ (WebWire)
Author: Mark Boudreau
Mark is the publisher of Motorsport Prospects and the host of the Motorsport Prospects Podcast. 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.
