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Aggreko, a UK-based provider of mobile and modular power has been named ‘official temporary power solutions provider’ for the F1 European races as part of a seven-year global partnership.
Aggreko will be providing solutions through its Greener Upgrades range, which includes solar PV hybrid systems using Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS) and Stage V generators fuelled with hydrotreated vegetable oil (HVO).
A centralised low-carbon power solution for all event services, including the paddock and International Broadcast Compound has been developed in collaboration with Formula 1 using data and insights across a number of races over the last two years.
Aggreko’s teams will also collaborate further to provide power solutions that support the sport’s commitment to achieve net zero carbon by 2030.
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Commenting in a release was Ellen Jones, head of ESG at Formula 1: “The delivery of our Net Zero by 2030 commitment is driven by new technologies and new ways of working. With Aggreko’s support, Formula 1 is taking another step to reduce emissions across the Paddock. The low carbon power solutions will be in action across our European events this year and will further support our drive to be Net Zero by 2030.”
Said Robert Wells, Europe president and head of Events at Aggreko: “Our partnership with Formula 1 is built on the strength of our shared vision and values.
“By improving performance in innovation, sustainability and technology through our work powering some of the sport’s supporting infrastructure, we are showcasing how bespoke solutions using our latest Greener Upgrade technologies can help meet ESG goals in a setting that is the ultimate test of performance.
“We’re proud to collaborate with Formula 1 on its global stage, setting a shining example of how large event operators can accelerate change by learning from this progressive approach in reducing emissions.”
According to Aggreko, the success of this approach has already been demonstrated when a centralised energy solution was used at three races last year, including the Formula 1 Austrian Grand Prix. The solar PV, hybridised BESS and HVO-fuelled Stage V generator solution reduced the need for at least 30+ additional generators and reduced associated carbon emissions by >90% compared to the 2022 event. Similar results are expected in 2025.
Data collected from last year’s trial is being used to optimise solutions for future races.
