The International Automobile Federation records remarkable progress in reducing emissions and promoting innovation and inclusion during 2025
Dubai, May 20 / WAM / Today, in its 2025 report on Sustainability, Diversity and Inclusion, the International Automobile Federation (FIA) highlighted outstanding achievements in supporting the future of motorsport and mobility, promoting innovation and inclusion and providing opportunities for its diverse global community.
Emirati Mohammed bin Sulayem, President of the International Automobile Federation, stressed that the Federation will continue to innovate, strengthen frameworks and raise standards in motorsport and mobility, making it more sustainable, comprehensive and accessible, and reflects the diversity of the global community.
The report indicated that remarkable progress has been achieved in the field of environmental sustainability, through strengthening the frameworks and tools supporting member clubs, tournaments and events to manage their environmental impact, in addition to accelerating the decarbonization strategy.
The Federation’s environmental accreditation program recorded more than 260 accredited organizations, an annual increase of 37%, with 70 new entities accredited, 33 renewals, and 9 upgrades, while sustainability grants increased by 24%, reaching 340 thousand euros to support projects to reduce emissions and biodiversity, and facilitate access to transportation and education.
The Federation approved the first technical and safety laws for vehicles operating on liquid hydrogen, in a step towards low-carbon competitions, in addition to hosting more than 1,000 participants in its Sustainable Innovation Series.
The FIA confirmed in its report that in October 2025, the Federation launched the first sustainability questionnaire for member clubs with the aim of identifying their priorities and challenges, as the clubs stressed the importance of motorsport and mobility organizations playing a leadership role in climate action and sustainable development.
The report indicated that absolute emissions rose by 16% year-on-year as a result of increasing the number of employees and opening a new office in London, while emissions related to logistics services decreased by 2% supported by the use of trucks powered by organic hydrogen fuel in European races, and the overall impact of the logistics footprint decreased by 22% thanks to increased investment in sustainable aviation fuel.
The report stressed that a high carbon footprint does not mean a halt in progress, but rather reflects the need for a more focused strategy to encourage low-carbon options in the areas of travel, logistics, events and procurement.
In the field of diversity and inclusion, the first edition of the World Cup for Karting Racing, under the name “Reach and Drive,” witnessed the participation of more than 100 racers from 50 countries, including 15 female drivers, in a record number of races on the starting line.
The percentage of women in the FIA during the year 2025 reached about 31% of the total employees, while nearly half of them held leadership positions, reflecting the continued progress in the field of gender equality.
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