FORMULA E has been recognised at the BBC Green Sport Awards 2025, winning the Pioneer Award for its groundbreaking work in sustainability and its lasting contribution to building a greener future for global motorsport.
The 2025 edition of the BBC Green Sport Awards also honoured Hector Pardoe (Athlete of the Year) and Héctor Bellerín (Global Champion). The annual awards celebrate individuals, teams, and organisations that are leading the way in environmental responsibility and using sport as a force for positive change.
Formula E was recognised for its long-term commitment to sustainability. The championship recently became the first sport in the world to achieve Net Zero Pathway certification from the British Standards Institution (BSI). This certification is backed by a verified carbon footprint and a management system aligned with ISO Net Zero Guidelines, validating Formula E’s emissions reduction and management practices to the highest international standards.
Beyond its pioneering race technology, Formula E has also championed inclusion and community initiatives such as the FIA Girls on Track programme and the Better Futures Fund, using its global platform to drive awareness and empowerment.
On Formula E taking the Pioneer Award, the BBC said, “Formula E continues to lead the charge in sustainable motorsport. Net Zero since its 2014 debut, it was the first sport to have SBTi-validated emissions targets and to join the UN’s Sports for Climate Action Framework. Its GEN3 race car is fully recyclable and designed for maximum energy efficiency, while race events aim for zero waste through renewable energy and circular logistics. In 2025, Formula E introduced ‘PIT BOOST’, a groundbreaking 600kW ultra-fast charging strategy that revolutionized race tactics and accelerated public EV charging innovation. By combining elite competition with climate leadership, Formula E is pushing the boundaries of electric performance and inspiring change across the automotive industry and global sport.”
Formula E VP sustainability Julia Palle shared, “We are honoured to receive the BBC Green Sports Award in the Pioneer category. Sustainability is at the heart of everything we do at Formula E — from our races to our community initiatives. Achieving Net Zero Pathway certification as the first sport globally to do so is a milestone that reflects our commitment to science-based emissions reduction and sustainable practices. From the FIA Girls on Track program, the Better Futures Fund and pioneering the GEN3 Evo race car, every step we take is guided by our purpose to accelerate sustainable human progress. This award is a testament to the collective effort of our teams, partners, and host cities who share our vision of using motorsport as a powerful platform for positive change.”
