• Following its three-star FIA Environmental Certification in 2021, Abu Dhabi Motorsports Management has aligned with the global body leading on climate action and pledges to reach Net Zero Greenhouse Gases and Emissions certification by 2040 
  • The pathway to Net Zero will see ADMM build on its impressive progress to date and implement further green initiatives, with the organisation’s mid-term aim to cut emissions 50 per cent by 2030  

Yas Marina Circuit, Abu Dhabi: Abu Dhabi Motorsports Management has officially become a signatory to the United Nations Sports for Climate Action (UNS4CA), and, via a range of sustainable initiatives and programmes, will work to achieve Net Zero Greenhouse Gases and Emissions certification by the year 2040. 

Following last year’s Abu Dhabi Grand Prix, the most sustainable edition to date, ADMM was awarded the FIA’s three-star Environmental Certificate – the motorsport governing body’s highest level – thanks to the introduction of a range of green initiatives. These included the manufacture of all staff uniforms from recycled plastics, a ‘plastic free’ media centre, Paddock and Pit Lane, as well as Team Villas. The Circuit also introduced ‘Eshara’ - an innovative water recycling system at key locations that use atmospheric water generators (AWG) to creating high-quality drinking water from the air.   

The pledge to Net Zero Greenhouse Gases and Emissions is the next step in ADMM’s sustainability journey and will see Yas Marina Circuit build on its impressive achievements with a raft of new measures that further reduce environmental impact in alignment with UNS4CA’s process: ‘Pledge, Plan, Proceed with Action, and Report’. 

As part of the plan, ADMM has set a mid-term target to reduce by 50 per cent Greenhouse Gases and Emissions by 2030 and is creating a Net Zero pathway for the organisation.   

For ADGP 2022, ADMM and Yas Marina Circuit are implementing key initiatives across the business and race weekend, including the use of Greenspun™ clothing made from recycled plastic bottles which contributes to YMC uniforms, ensuring Oasis Fanzones around the Circuit are effectively recycling food waste and oils. Solar power and bio-fuel generator technologies will feature in the sustainability Fanzone as well as upcycling workshops running across the entire race week. 

Saif Al Noaimi, CEO of Abu Dhabi Motorsports Management, said: “As an organisation, we are 100 per cent committed to aligning with UNS4CA’s process and reducing our environmental footprint through an innovative range of initiatives across every aspect of our business and operations. 

“With clear goals and objectives, we remain totally focused on reducing our greenhouse gases and emissions to achieve Net Zero certification in the declared timeframe, and continuing our progressive approach to make us more sustainable in the longer term, in line with Abu Dhabi Government’s stated climate action goals.”  

To stay up-to-date on, race goers and fans can learn more about this year’s F1® season finale by visiting: www.yasmarinacircuit.com.  

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ABOUT ADMM 

Abu Dhabi Motorsports Management (ADMM), with its head office at Yas Marina Circuit, Yas Island, has created unique, world class experiences across Abu Dhabi since 2009. 

ADMM have promoted and delivered globally significant events, the Formula 1 Etihad Airways Grand Prix, alongside over 400 events a year across motorsports, health and fitness, entertainment and major corporate conferences. The company also delivers a significant programme of motorsport retail experiences for business and consumer audiences at Yas Marina Circuit across the year. This combined experience means that ADMM has a region-leading team with expertise in event marketing, communications, promotions and project management. 

Such talent firmly positions ADMM as a leader in sports management. The company is now seeking to diversify into activities and strategic ventures beyond Yas Marina Circuit in order to build towards a broader long-term vision aligned with its partners and stakeholders in Abu Dhabi. 

ABOUT YAS MARINA CIRCUIT  

Yas Marina Circuit is the United Arab Emirates’ most exciting sporting and entertainment multi-purpose venue.  Located on Yas Island, Abu Dhabi, the circuit is home to the annual FORMULA 1 ETIHAD AIRWAYS ABU DHABI GRAND PRIX and much more.  In addition to the extensive year-round program of professional and grassroots motorsport events and experiences including Drag and Yas Track Nights, the circuit has emerged as a thriving hub for entertainment and community events in the UAE.  

As the region’s most technologically advanced facility, the circuit is also a leading MICE venue, regularly hosting a diverse range of corporate meetings, conferences and events.  Whether you want to experience the thrill of karting at our Kartzone, driving an Aston Martin GT4 at over 200km/hour on an F1 circuit, work towards your racing license at the Yas Racing School, get fit at TrainYas, participate in one of our many sporting events, or simply catch up with friends at Yas Central, Yas Marina Circuit truly is The Meeting Place of Champions.