Engineering change: Mercedes-AMG PETRONAS F1 Team’s 2024 Sustainability Report leads the way in sustainable high performance

·         2024 Sustainability Report highlights Race Team Control emissions down by 35%

• Sustainable Aviation Fuel reduces aviation emissions associated with travel and freight by 68%
• Race and marketing trucks ran on HVO100 biofuel during 2024 European season achieving 98% coverage and replacing 170,000 litres of diesel
• Female representation across the team up to 18.1% with a 6.4% increase in team members from minority ethnic groups compared to 2019
• External experts validated the strength of our governance framework enabling the team to operate efficiently and effectively at pace

The Mercedes-AMG PETRONAS F1 Team has today released our 2024 Sustainability Report, detailing the team’s commitment to the pursuit of sustainable high performance. 

The comprehensive report outlines our progress during the period of January to December 2024 and supports our ambition to become one of the most sustainable global professional sports teams. 

Guided by our performance mindset and underpinned by robust governance, we demand the best from ourselves daily. The results published in our latest report reflect the dedication and innovation across our team and our efforts to create social impact, drive inclusion and catalyse change across our supply chain and beyond our sport. 

Toto Wolff, Co-Owner, Team Principal & CEO, Mercedes-AMG PETRONAS F1 Team

“Formula One is the world’s fastest laboratory. A place where the sharpest minds, cutting-edge technology and a global platform combine to push the boundaries of what is possible.

When you combine performance with innovation and social impact, you create advantages that matter, advantages that catalyse change. Our ambition is to become one of the most sustainable global professional sports teams and I am proud to lead a team who are committed to engineering change on and off the track.

As you’ll see in this year’s report, we’ve gone from promises to proof points – at home, on the road, in the ways we go racing and, increasingly, beyond our world.”

Our Sustainability Report is structured in four pillars through which we aim to create a lasting impact.

On the Road
Reducing the footprint of our global operations and logistics as we travel around the world

• 35% reduction in market-based Race Team Control emissions with SAFc
• Aviation emissions associated with travel and freight reduced by 68% through SAFc – saving 9,860 tCO₂e
• Our ambition is to cover 100% of our aviation footprint with SAFc
• 98% coverage of HVO100 biofuel for 2024 European season race and marketing trucks, saving 449 tCO₂e, equivalent to an 80% reduction in emissions for every km

At Home

Minimising our environmental impact and fostering a thriving, inclusive culture across our home.

• Female representation across our team increased to 18.1%
• 6.4% increase in team members from minority ethnic groups compared to 2019 baseline
• 100% renewable electricity sourced through Renewable Energy Guarantees of Origin (REGOs) used at our Brackley factory
• 26% reduction in company car fuel consumption through transition from fuel to electric fleet
• £56,000 of funding provided to our local community events and organisations
• 95 charitable causes supported through fundraising and donations
• Surplus team kit channelled into the best available next use with 1,022kg separated for recycling, 470kg donated and 222kg used for energy recovery

In the Car

Pushing for progress on and off the track by making our cars and technology more sustainable and advancing social impact through trackside initiatives.

• After research, iteration and testing throughout 2024, our ambition is to start using more sustainable carbon fibre composites in selected components of our race car
• Supported and upskilled our supply chain to address increasing emissions associated with purchased goods and services
• Over 400 students supported through factory visits, scholarships and outreach activities

Beyond Our World
Going above and beyond to extend our influence through global collaboration and cross-industry leadership.

• 107 students completed the Mulberry STEM Academy programme in 2024, gaining factory experience and hands-on learning
• Expanded our involvement with AFBE’s Mentoring Programme, pairing 20 students with engineers
• First motorsport team to sign The Climate Pledge committing to Net Zero by 2040 across our total emissions
• Continue to invest in natural and tech-based carbon removal including Chestnut Carbon, which helps towards the restoration of 200 hectares with 260,000+ native trees

Across all the pillars, we are committed to establishing and maintaining governance practices that are best in class in our industry, meet the high standards our stakeholders expect and enable the team to operate effectively at pace. In the fast-moving world of Formula One, maintaining robust governance standards is crucial for our performance on track, our reputation and our long-term success. 

Governance Highlights

• External experts validated the strength of our governance landscape
• Conducted best practice Double Materiality Assessment
• 100% team completed Integrity Code training
• Confirmed compliance with all relevant ESG regulations

Bradley Lord, Team Representative & Chair of Environmental Working Group
“Our mission to become one of the most sustainable global professional sports teams is fundamental to who we are – it’s embedded in every decision, every partnership, and every story we tell.”

Anca Raines, Chief People Officer & Chair of Social Impact Working Group
“We believe that building a more inclusive and diverse culture helps us go faster and further – so we want to ensure everyone in our team can thrive and contribute their best.”

Russell Braithwaite, Chief Financial Officer & Chair of Governance Working Group
“Robust governance and clear accountability don’t just provide the foundations for our work, they are central to our integrity and ability to lead.”

Our 2024 Sustainability Report reflects the progress we have made in creating a more sustainable future and the ambition that continues to drive us forward, but it also marks a starting point for what comes next. We recognise the power of our platform and therefore our responsibility to set a high standard and drive positive change wherever we can. 

Focused on scaling innovation, strengthening partnerships, and embedding sustainability deeper into every aspect of our operations, we approach every challenge like we build our cars: as a team of problem-solvers in pursuit of sustainable high performance.

The road ahead will demand even greater collaboration, resilience and ambition, whether it’s through decarbonising logistics, fostering inclusive culture or raising standards across our supply chain, we are ready to meet that challenge.

Our full 2024 Sustainability Report can be downloaded here on the team website.