SUSTAINABILITY NEWS
Motorsport UK volunteers in action
This month seven Motorsport UK environmental volunteers attended a variety of events across the country to help monitor and report on carbon emissions.
Emily, Amy and Rhoda assisted at the British Rallycross Championship at Lydden Hill, Aash and Andrea supported Midland Rover Owners Club for a Timed CV Trial, and Falcon Motor Club for the Guy Fawkes Car Trial. Charlotte supported East Midlands Off Road Club’ s Autumn Trial, and Macy attended the Hartlepool and District Motor Club Bonfire Autotest.
At Lydden Hill we supported Motorsport UK’ s sustainability programme by speaking with competitors, officials, and spectators about the organisation’ s environmental initiatives. We helped encourage good practices around waste, transport, and energy use throughout the venue. The day was really positive, with lots of constructive conversations and great engagement from the paddock. We also stayed for the fireworks afterwards, which was a fun way to round off the day. Overall, it was a rewarding opportunity to contribute to Motorsport UK’ s sustainability goals.
Emily Schofield
This was my first time attending a motorsports event, and I was left wanting to go to another straight away! Throughout the day, I spoke with competitors and fellow Motorsport UK volunteers, learning about their vehicles and how they travelled to the event to fill out the carbon calculator. I watched the action unfold and even had the thrill of riding as a passenger during some of the tests! The event enlightened me on how great autotesting is, proving itself as an accessible route into motorsports with a great sense of community, and I look forward to volunteering at my next event!
Macy Brown
At the recent grassroots motorsport events I supported,
I spent time speaking with competitors, marshals and organisers to understand how these activities run in practice. The data I gathered on travel, vehicle use and on-site behaviour showed that these events are far more sustainable than many assume. A clear example came from a competitive safari where the total emissions for the full meeting were lower than a single-family trip from the UK to Orlando. This reflects what I have seen across multiple disciplines. Communities are organised, travel is often shared and land is used with care. I have enjoyed supporting these events and exploring everything UK Motorsport has to offer.
Aashish Salian
Leaving a Lasting Legacy
Formula E has announced its Better Future Fund – a programme providing direct support to local projects and causes across all race locations in Season 12.
Through the Better Futures Fund, Formula E invests € 25,000 in one impactful, community-led project per host city – creating real, measurable benefits that last long after race week. Each selected cause receives financial support and engagement opportunities with Formula E staff, race teams, drivers, and partners.
The Better Futures Fund supports projects that create positive social and environmental impact within Formula E race cities, supporting projects that:
• Put communities at the centre- local people shape and deliver solutions.
• Champion underrepresented groups- ensuring everyone can take part in building a greener future.
• Deliver lasting impact- measurable outcomes designed to grow beyond race week.
For further details on eligibility criteria and how to apply, see www. fiaformulae. com / en / news / 821505 /
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Revolution- December 2025