Keeping motorsport on track in a changing climate
- Cat Lund
- Jun 6
- 3 min read
Motorsport is a thrilling, passionate, and innovative arena – but it also has a responsibility. As the climate crisis deepens and environmental awareness grows, every sector is under pressure to reduce its footprint, and motorsport is no exception.
The emissions generated by vehicles, logistics, travel, and infrastructure all contribute to motorsport’s environmental impact. But the good news is that the sport has the tools – and the opportunity – to take credible action.
Why motorsport must offset
At Carbon Positive Motorsport, we believe offsetting is not just a gesture – it’s a vital part of ensuring motorsport remains viable and respected in a low-carbon future. While efforts to reduce emissions at source are essential, the nature of motorsport means that some level of impact is currently unavoidable. That’s where offsetting comes in.
Carbon Positive Motorsport Ambassador Max Coates on his way to a Porsche Carrera Cup GB win at Snetterton
What Does It Mean to Offset?
Carbon offsetting is the process of compensating for unavoidable emissions by funding verified projects that remove or prevent an equivalent amount of carbon dioxide from the atmosphere. These can include rewilding, afforestation, peatland restoration, or other nature-based solutions that also restore biodiversity and build climate resilience.
By choosing to offset through high-integrity projects, motorsport can account for its footprint while supporting long-term environmental restoration. It’s a powerful way to ensure that the energy and excitement of competition are matched by responsibility and respect for the planet.
The Coronel Team competing at Dakar 2025 offset 20 tonnes of CO2e
Why It Matters More Than Ever
The window for climate action is narrowing. Motorsport faces growing scrutiny from fans, sponsors, and governing bodies. Sustainable practices are no longer optional – they are essential to securing the future of events, attracting investment, and inspiring the next generation of competitors and supporters.
Offsetting provides an immediate and measurable way to respond to these challenges. It complements long-term changes in fuel use, technology, and event planning – and it gives everyone involved in the sport, from organisers to grassroots competitors, a way to act now.
The East Riding Stages Rally organising team wanted the event to be sustainable from year 1
A Practical, Affordable Solution
Offsetting through Carbon Positive Motorsport is designed to be simple, transparent, and specifically tailored to motorsport. Using accurate, government-approved conversion data and real-world usage insights from our community, we’ve created Offset Your Season – a flexible way to offset a year’s worth of activity, whether you're a competitor, team, or organiser.
You can choose to offset 1, 2, or 3 tonnes of CO₂e based on your typical fuel use. It’s cost-effective, easy to understand, and delivers real environmental benefits right here in the UK.
Carbon Positive Motorsport uses verified offsetting projects here in the UK
Doing the Right Thing – Together
Offsetting is not the end of the journey, but it is a meaningful step. It signals a commitment to doing better, to protecting the landscapes we rely on, and to keeping motorsport aligned with the values of today’s world. From single-venue sprints to international championships, every level of the sport has a role to play.
With solutions created specifically for motorsport, Carbon Positive Motorsport enables the sport to take credible climate action. Their carbon offsetting supports nature restoration projects across the UK, with measurable benefits for biodiversity and resilience. For a simple and effective way to reduce your impact, you can choose to Offset Your Season - and make your commitment count.
To understand the critical need to carbon offset and become Carbon Positive yourself, visit our website www.carbonpositivemotorsport.com
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