F1 expands commitment to meet much-discussed key target

F1 has expanded its investment in Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF) in a further step towards meeting its Net Zero 2030 goal. 

In collaboration with global sponsor Qatar Airways, the new deal will see a broader framework for F1 and the FIA to work to continue to eliminate CO2 emissions, with the current deal set to reduce emissions by more than 8,000 tC02e - tonnes of carbon dioxide equivalent.

Compared to traditional aviation fuel, the use of SAF will represent about a further 19% reduction in emissions generated by F1. 

To reach Net Zero by 2030, F1 must reduce its emissions of CO2 by at least 50% compared to the baseline figure set in 2018, with SAF being described as a "key part" of the strategy to reduce freight emissions - which constitutes the largest CO2 output. 

From the all-new 2026 technical regulations, cars will use 100% sustainable fuel, with the F2 and F3 support categories reaching this mark by 2025 - a 45% increase since the start of 2023.

F1 has also taken further steps to reduce emissions, including calendar regionalisation and reorganisation, such as the Canadian Grand Prix moving to run closer to Miami instead of being a standalone Americas race in the European leg of the season.

Cargo containers have also been redesigned to fit on more fuel-economical Boeing 777 freighter aircraft, whilst investment in facilities at the Biggin Hill base means less personnel are required to be on-site at grands prix.