Sustainability at Silverstone

OUR COMMITMENT

TO BECOME A LEADING SUSTAINABLE BUSINESS AND LEISURE DESTINATION

2022 SUSTAINABILITY REPORT SANTANDER PARTNERSHIP

Driving Change

INNOVATION

We’re going all out to cut carbon as fast as we clip an apex. See the innovative moves we’re making to bring a whole new meaning to clean laps.

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Everyone wins

COMMUNITY

We’re in this together, for all our futures. See how we’re supporting our people, engaging our neighbours and inspiring the next generation.

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EVOLVING SUSTAINABLY

EXPERIENCE

As part of our mission to lead the way as a sustainable business and leisure destination, take a look at how we are managing waste and reducing single use plastic at our events.

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CHARGE YOUR EV

Visiting us in your electric vehicle? If you’re driving into the site for an event, business, or track day, we’ve got you covered. With 24 high-power charge points across the site, you can come to Silverstone knowing you’ll be able to charge right here for your onward journey.

CHARGE UP

FIA 3 star accreditation

In October 2023 Silverstone was awarded FIA 3 Star Environment accreditation by the FIA in recognition of the impressive progress being made on its journey to a net zero future. Three stars is the highest level of accreditation available and reserved for those demonstrating best practice.

Silverstone ISO 14001

Silverstone has achieved certification to the environmental management system (EMS) standard ISO 14001, recognising its sustainability commitment to reduce carbon emissions, amongst other initiatives including action to enhance biodiversity conservation, reduce reliance on plastic and being powered by 100% green electricity.

Basis logo

We have been a member of BASIS, the British Association for Sustainable Sport, since 2021. In 2022 we continued our active engagement with other members of the UK’s hub for sustainability in sport to harness our collective power and build a more sustainable future for our industry.

Global Climate Action

On the eve of the Formula 1 Lenovo British Grand Prix 2022, we became the first motor racing venue to join the UNFCCC Sports for Climate Action Framework. Other notable signatories of the framework include the FIA, Formula 1, Formula E, FIFA and UEFA. Our commitment is to reduce by 50% our carbon footprint by 2030 and be net zero the latest by 2040

Eco Smart
In July 2023, Silverstone has been awarded the Greengage ECOsmart Gold Award. This is in recognition of our advanced steps taken as a venue to achieve a wide range of eco-focused actions.