Formula 1 slashes emissions by 35% while expanding its global reach

Formula 1 has cut nearly 80,000 tonnes of CO2e from its operations while expanding its reach. The sport’s carbon footprint has dropped by 35% since 2018, even as its calendar and fan base have grown. New sustainability measures are set for the 2026 season. The sport has made steady progress in reducing emissions. Between 2018 and 2025, total emissions fell from 228,793 tCO2e to around 148,800 tCO2e. This includes a 12% reduction in 2025 alone compared with the previous year.

Travel-related emissions have decreased by over 21,000 tCO2e since 2018, a 27% drop. Factories, offices, and team facilities have seen an even sharper decline, with emissions falling by more than 37,000 tCO2e—a 64% reduction.

Despite these cuts, Formula 1 has grown significantly. The race calendar expanded from 21 to 24 events, while annual attendance rose from 4 million to 6.5 million fans. The global fan base now exceeds 826 million.

Looking ahead, the 2026 FIA Formula One World Championship will introduce new regulations and expanded sustainability efforts. The sport is also preparing for the use of 100% advanced sustainable fuels by 2026. Formula 1 remains committed to its net zero carbon target by 2030. It has already achieved a 50% reduction in emissions from its 2018 baseline. The latest figures show continued progress toward this goal.