Where does F1 stand on Carbon Neutrality?

Where does F1 stand on Carbon Neutrality? Carbon Neutrality is a genuine cause to be concerned about especially for an industry like racing.
Carbon Neutrality is a genuine cause to be concerned about especially for an industry like racing. In the racing industry and probably among others as well, F1 is one of the most followed sports in the world. In terms of actually becoming carbon neutral, it is quite an arduous task for Formula 1 organizers. That is because fuel is a basic necessity to run fast cars. If they get rid of these fuels, the races will struggle to produce the same kind of fun people have been used to experiencing through all these years. Put simply, it is not easy to change so much in Formula 1 so quickly. While altering the overall structure of Formula 1 is not easy, our environment still needs to be saved. So, the best time to start doing something about these hugely important environmental concerns is now. We are already facing a ruthless challenge of losing to climate change. If we don’t act responsibly and give in to immediate whims, then we all make our futures an obvious, collective disappointment. Having fun in life is important. But being responsible is more important. With that in mind, today, we shall explore all the bad things about carbon emissions and how we can fix them particularly from the lens of Formula 1 racing. What are Carbon Emissions? On a very basic level, these emissions mostly include carbon dioxide. When fossil fuels are burned, carbon dioxide is produced. Why should that be a concern? Well, carbon dioxide is one of the greenhouse gases which cause global warming. To deal with global warming, we need to reduce carbon emissions. Is F1 Carbon Neutral? Not yet. Although, a plan has been put in place to offer sustainability to the sport. The problem is that currently, a F1 racecar emits between 15000 to 20000 tonnes of carbon a year. That is a lot of carbon coming from just one constructor. Formula 1 wants to have a net-zero carbon footprint. This could be implemented by 2030. At the center of the F1 plan is the use of biofuels. The Age of Biofuels Biofuels also have another name that best describes its use: Advanced Sustainable Fuels. Under current regulations, the fuel uses 5.75% of bio-components. This percentage could increase to 10% in 2021 ultimately getting to 100% soon. Despite how tough it seems to bring such a revolutionary change the fact remains that Formula 1 has influenced many of the big shifts in auto trends. Therefore, their resolve to act cannot be second-guessed. Electric is not the Future At least from F1’s point of view, electric vehicles are not great for the industry. The internal combustion engine is still pervasive throughout the auto world. The aim is to minimize carbon emissions. That can be achieved if the fuels are synthesized. Synthesizing allows for cleaner fuel and hence, test other alternatives to better the performance on the track. However, a lot depends on the next F1 engine specifications. Best not to get ahead of ourselves. Mercedes Leading the Innovative Race Mercedes F1 Team are among the racing enterprises working hard to fix the adverse effects of racing. They are aiming to halve the total carbon emissions by 2022. Mercedes’ winning driver Lewis Hamilton made it clear his ideas are inclined toward a cleaner and carbon-free world. If Mercedes can be successful going forward, then every other F1 team can. This leadership in innovation is what makes them special. Considering all the dangers of climate change, it is important to be decisive in these moments. Making the biggest difference in the world is going to take more than just the FIA making corrective measures. To put all the dangers to bed permanently, we must all acknowledge climate change is real. The issues are real. And if we continue to live our lives in ignorance, the chances of our next generation’s survival keep getting slimmer every day.