#Formula 1 to introduce biofueled trucks for European races in 2023 season

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Formula 1 to introduce biofueled trucks for European races in 2023 season

Formula 1 to introduce biofueled trucks for European races in 2023 season By Balazs Szabo on 02 Jun 2023, 08:00 Formula One will make another important step to achieve its sustainability goals by introducing biofueled trucks for European races in 2023 season in an attempt to reduce carbon emissions. Marking the latest innovation by the sport to introduce more sustainable logistical solutions as part of its efforts to reach Net Zero by 2030, Formula 1 and DHL have today announced that the European leg of the 2023 FIA Formula One World Championship is being delivered using biofueled truck. According to the calculations, the switch to biofueled trucks will reduce carbon emissions by a minimum of 60% when compared to standard fuels, with the potential for higher savings. This DHL’s first biofuel truck fleet is made up of 18 new trucks running on HVO100 drop-in fuel (hydrotreated vegetable oil). The new trucks, which will travel around 10,600 kilometres across this season’s European races, will reduce carbon emissions while maintaining the same level of performance in terms of load capacity and travel distance as their diesel counterparts and provide a safer and more sustainable process of sourcing. DHL trucks are also equipped with GPS to monitor fuel consumption and optimise more efficient routes While the sport continues to make steps towards the introduction of an advanced sustainable fuel in 2026, it has introduced a series of initiatives recently, including switching to an increased remote broadcast operation, testing multimodal transport opportunities such as overland and ocean freight, and redesigning freight containers to fit on to the more efficient Boeing 777 aircrafts, reducing carbon emissions by 18% compared to traditional aircraft, the 747. Commenting on the announcement, Head of ESG at Formula 1 Ellen Jones said: “We are a sport which operates on a global scale and DHL play a critical role in delivering the races and helping us address the logistical impact we have as a World Championship. "Together we are continually looking for more sustainable solutions, and through innovations such as the biofueled trucks we’re able to take the next step forward in reducing our carbon emissions and achieving our sustainability goal of being Net Zero by 2030. It is wonderful to see partners like DHL share the same drive and commitment to creating a more sustainable Formula 1.” Head of Global Brand Marketing at Deutsche Post DHL Group Arjan Sissing commented: “Our partnership with Formula 1 also showcases our shared dedication to sustainability and reducing our carbon footprint. We consistently strive to make logistics more sustainable, and we are excited to introduce the inaugural fleet of trucks, running on a sustainable fuel this year. "As an industry leader in green logistics, the 18 trucks further contribute to a lower emission DHL fleet, where we show to our fans and customers that it is possible to bring the excitement of Formula 1 races around the world in a sustainable way.” Head of DHL Motorsport Logistics Paul Fowler added: “Each truck can therefore transport up to 40 tons and travel up to 3,500 kilometres per 1,000 litre tank. For the European F1 leg the trucks run entirely on HVO100, which is a second-generation biofuel, meeting the standard EN15940 for paraffin fuels, as well as a drop-in fuel.” via F1Technical.net . Motorsport news https://www.f1technical.net/news/

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F1 set to debut a revolutionary energy generation system in Austria

F1 set to debut a revolutionary energy generation system in Austria By Balazs Szabo on 29 Jun 2023, 21:00 Marking the latest innovation by the sport to introduce more sustainable solutions as part of its efforts to reach Net Zero by 2030, Formula 1 and DHL have today announced. The trial is being rolled out as F1 continues to explore sustainable solutions to power events in the future, as part of its wider strategy to reach Net Zero by 2030. The sport has already introduced several initiatives to reduce its carbon footprint through operation changes and technological innovations. This includes the DHL’s new biofueled trucks which deliver the European leg of the 2023 season and are expected to achieve a reduction of 60% compared to the use of traditional fuel. Moreover, the use of biofuels to power the ETC, TV compound and the rest of the technical generators are planned at nine races throughout this season. The trial of a battery power solution for the TV compound at the Spanish Grand Prix resulted in a 42% reduction in energy generated from diesel, reducing the generator run time from 24 hours to approximately 3 hours per day. At Round 9 of the 2023 FIA Formula One World Championship, a low-carbon system will be used to power all garages and motorhomes belonging to F1, F1 Teams, and the FIA, as well as the Pit Wall, the Timing Room, and the Formula 1 Event Technical Centre (ETC) where the at-track broadcast operations are housed. The new energy system is expected to lead to an estimated 90% carbon reduction of the operation of Paddock, Pitlane and F1 broadcast area, in comparison to last year’s Austrian Grand Prix. The revolutionary energy system is set to produce enough energy to meet peak and continuous demand over the race weekend and will be powered by more sustainable sources, including a hydrotreated vegetable oil (HVO) biofuel and 600m2 of solar panels on the inner field of the final corner at the Red Bull Ring, that will provide an estimated 2.5MWh of energy across the event. Head of ESG Ellen Jones commented: “Formula 1's approach to driving innovation that creates meaningful impact and influence on the wider world goes beyond hybrid engines and sustainable fuels. “This approach drives everything we do including how we run our own operations, and the trial in Austria is the latest example of this, demonstrating the commitment from Formula 1 and key stakeholders to develop new ways of working. Using the latest technology and innovations, we’re continuing to explore new opportunities to deliver events in a more sustainable way to reduce our carbon footprint.” F1’s Logistics Director Ian Stone said: “This energy trial is the latest push for more sustainable operations, which feeds into our overall goal of being Net Zero by 2030 and shows the desire across the paddock from key stakeholders, who have bought into the ambition and understanding of why it is important too. “There’s not only the obvious benefit of reducing energy consumption and carbon emissions, but logistically it offers us the opportunity to create a more streamlined approach to powering Grand Prix events.” via F1Technical.net . Motorsport news https://www.f1technical.net/news/

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Formula 1 to pilot next generation low-carbon energy solution at Austrian Grand Prix

Formula 1 can today confirm it will pilot a more efficient energy generation system at this weekend’s Austrian Grand Prix, delivering an estimated 90% carbon reduction of the operation of Paddock, Pitlane and F1 broadcast area, in comparison to last year’s Austrian Grand Prix. The trial is being rolled out as F1 continues to explore sustainable solutions to power events in the future, as part of its wider strategy to reach Net Zero by 2030. READ MORE: How logistics experts DHL are helping Formula 1 hit their Net Zero by 2030 target At the event in Spielberg, a low-carbon system will be used to power all garages and motorhomes belonging to F1, F1 Teams and the FIA, as well as the Pit Wall, the Timing Room, and the Formula 1 Event Technical Centre (ETC) where the at-track broadcast operations are housed. The energy system will produce enough energy to meet peak and continuous demand over the race weekend and will be powered by more sustainable sources, including a hydrotreated vegetable oil (HVO) biofuel and 600m2 of solar panels on the inner field of the final corner at the Red Bull Ring, that will provide an estimated 2.5MWh of energy across the event. The pilot will create a more efficient and sustainable operations system, not only reducing carbon emissions by an estimated 90% in the powered areas, with the potential for even higher reductions, but also making it easier and more reliable to power the event by removing the need for Teams to provide their own generators. The trial will allow Formula 1 to collect and analyse crucial data that could lead to a more streamlined system being rolled out at future events. It marks the latest development by F1 to move towards using greener energy operations at race weekends and is another step on F1’s journey to Net Zero by 2030. READ MORE: Milestone reached as all 10 Formula 1 teams achieve FIA Three-Star Environmental Accreditation Ellen Jones, Head of ESG at Formula 1 said: “As we’ve shown with the progress made on our sustainable fuels, F1 is serious about using innovation to create a more sustainable sport and have a meaningful impact and influence on the wider world. “While the running on the new energy system in Austria is only a trial for now, it demonstrates the intention of the sport to continue exploring more ways of making our logistics and operations more efficient, with the potential to share those learnings with other major events.” A low-carbon system will be used to power all garages and motorhomes belonging to F1, F1 Teams and the FIA, as well as the Pit Wall, the Timing Room, and the Formula 1 Event Technical Centre (ETC) at the event in Spielberg Formula 1’s Logistics Director Ian Stone added: “This energy trial is the latest push for more sustainable operations, which feeds into our overall goal of being Net Zero by 2030 and shows the desire across the paddock from key stakeholders, who have bought into the ambition and understanding of why it is important too. “There’s not only the obvious benefit of reducing energy consumption and carbon emissions, but logistically it offers us the opportunity to create a more streamlined approach to powering Grand Prix events.” Meanwhile, other initiatives introduced to reduce Formula 1’s carbon footprint through operation changes and technological innovations in 2023 include: DHL’s new biofueled trucks delivering the European leg of the 2023 season – reducing emissions by a minimum of 60% compared to the use of traditional fuel. The use of biofuels to power the ETC, TV compound and the rest of the technical generators at a planned nine races throughout this season, in cooperation with the host promoters. The trial of a battery power solution for the TV compound at the 2023 Spanish Grand Prix, resulting in a 42% reduction in energy generated from diesel, reducing the generator run time from 24 hours to approximately 3 hours per day. via Formula 1 News https://www.formula1.com

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Formula 1 and DHL introduce biofueled trucks for European races in 2023 to reduce carbon emissions

Formula 1 and Official Logistics Partner DHL have announced that the European stint of the 2023 season is being delivered with biofueled trucks, resulting in a carbon emissions reduction of at least 60% over standard fuels, with the potential for even more savings. DHL’s first biofuel truck fleet is made up of 18 new trucks – running on HVO100 drop-in fuel (hydrotreated vegetable oil) – which will travel around 10,600 kilometres across the campaign’s European races. READ MORE: Formula 1 committed to ‘delivering positive lasting change’ on sustainability and diversity and inclusion, says Domenicali The new trucks, which are equipped with GPS to monitor fuel consumption and optimise more efficient routes, will reduce carbon emissions while maintaining the same level of performance in terms of load capacity and travel distance as their diesel counterparts, as well as providing a safer and more sustainable process of sourcing. Formula 1 and DHL’s biofueled truck collaboration marks the latest innovation by the sport to introduce more sustainable logistical solutions as part of its efforts to reach Net Zero by 2030. It follows a series of initiatives including the switch to an increased remote broadcast operation, testing multimodal transport opportunities such as overland and ocean freight, and redesigning freight containers to fit on to the more efficient Boeing 777 aircrafts, reducing carbon emissions by 18% compared to the traditional 747 aircraft. Biofueled trucks will deliver the 2023 European season to help reduce carbon emissions The move also comes as F1 continues to make steps towards the introduction of an advanced sustainable fuel in 2026, alongside the next-generation hybrid engine, which could bring significant benefits to the wider automotive and transport industry with drop-in capabilities. “We are a sport which operates on a global scale and DHL play a critical role in delivering the races and helping us address the logistical impact we have as a World Championship,” said Ellen Jones, Head of ESG at Formula 1. READ MORE: ‘It’s the next revolution’ – Tech chief Pat Symonds explains why Formula 1 is leading the push for sustainable fuels “Together we are continually looking for more sustainable solutions, and through innovations such as the biofueled trucks we’re able to take the next step forward in reducing our carbon emissions and achieving our sustainability goal of being Net Zero by 2030. “It is wonderful to see partners like DHL share the same drive and commitment to creating a more sustainable Formula 1.” Arjan Sissing, Head of Global Brand Marketing at Deutsche Post DHL Group, commented: “Our partnership with Formula 1 also showcases our shared dedication to sustainability and reducing our carbon footprint. This feature is currently not available because you need to provide consent to functional cookies. Please update your cookie preferences Explainer: F1 sustainable fuels “We consistently strive to make logistics more sustainable, and we are excited to introduce the inaugural fleet of trucks, running on a sustainable fuel this year. “As an industry leader in green logistics, the 18 trucks further contribute to a lower emission DHL fleet, where we show to our fans and customers that it is possible to bring the excitement of Formula 1 races around the world in a sustainable way.” Net Zero Carbon: How Formula 1 is going to meet this ambitious target by 2030 Paul Fowler, Head of DHL Motorsport Logistics, added: “Each truck can therefore transport up to 40 tons and travel up to 3,500 kilometres per 1,000 litre tank. “For the European F1 leg the trucks run entirely on HVO100, which is a second-generation biofuel, meeting the standard EN15940 for paraffin fuels, as well as a drop-in fuel.” via Formula 1 News https://www.formula1.com