MotoGP Launches "Racing For The Future" Initiative At The Austrian Grand Prix 2024

Pertamina Enduro VR46 Racing Team from Italy, Fabio Di Giannantonio, followed the warm-up ahead of the English Grand Prix MotoGP race (photo: dock. between)

JAKARTA - MotoGP is again showing its commitment to global sustainability through the latest initiative titled "Racing for the Future," which will be introduced at the Austrian 2024 Grand Prix, which will be held on August 16-18. This initiative is MotoGP's effort to build a better future by adopting an environmentally friendly approach, as well as utilizing energy and technological innovation that supports sustainability.

In his official statement on Saturday 10 August, MotoGP emphasized that in the 2024 season, racers and teams will compete using fuel which is at least 40 percent sustainable. This figure will continue to be increased to reach 100 percent in 2027.

This step is part of a new regulation that will be implemented in 2027, which aims to make MotoGP motorcycles safer and more environmentally friendly, without reducing the appeal of racing on track.

MotoGP also highlights the importance of electric mobility as an effort to reduce emissions, especially in urban areas where infrastructure allows. The MotoE World Championship also encourages innovation, from the development of motorcycles to the use of sustainable materials on tires, charging technology, and various other aspects.

In addition, MotoGP is also competing in some of the most sustainable circuits in the world, with the ISO20121 certification for sustainable event management. MotoGP is also focused on calendar and logistics efficiency, relying on B777 aircraft for many long-distance freight delivery trips, which significantly reduces carbon emissions.

MotoGP is not only focused on the track, but is also open to all groups. MotoGP strives to provide wider opportunities for prospective racers from various backgrounds. Beyond the track, MotoGP is also committed to leaving an eternal legacy through their official charity activity, Two Wheels for Life (TWFL).

This "Racing for the Future" initiative is expected to bring positive changes and strengthen MotoGP's role in supporting global sustainability.