The Portuguese Grand Prix reduces its ecological impact ©MotoGP
Sustainable transportation
45 low-emission shuttles chartered by the circuit will connect Portimão, the neighboring town, to the track during the weekend. These will all run on renewable fuel – as do all support vehicles used during the Grand Prix. Once there, fans will be able to head to their viewing points via four electric buses made available by the circuit.
By renewable fuel we mean renewable diesel produced from raw materials originating from waste. Its use ensures a reduction in greenhouse gas emissions of 75% to 92%, compared to a conventional fossil fuel.
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Renewable energy
The solar panels will provide renewable energy to the media center and pitlane facilities, generating electricity from facilities behind Turn 15 and on the roofs.
Circular Economy
Aiming for the most circular economy possible, waste recycling will take place throughout the weekend using a recognized treatment process. An anti-waste team will also be present in public spaces so that each spectator can enjoy a weekend without stepping on deliberately forgotten packaging.
Once the weekend is over, leftover food collections will also directly benefit community members through partnerships with third-party national associations, minimizing waste.
The opening of the MotoE world championship season in Portimao is therefore no coincidence. The goal of these actions is to obtain ISO 20121 certification, an international standard that establishes requirements to help organizations and individuals improve the sustainability of their event activities.
As a reminder, in 2024 each Grand Prix class uses at least 40% sustainable fuel, an action which is part of MotoGP's search for zero carbon fuel. Off the track, digital passes replace physical passes for MotoGP guests and the scooters used in the paddock must be electric in Europe.
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