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- Received the top award in the ESG (Environment/Social/Governance) category at the Formula 1 Promoter Awards 2025
Received the top award in the ESG (Environment/Social/Governance) category at the Formula 1 Promoter Awards 2025
Suzuka Circuit in Suzuka City, Mie Prefecture, operated by Honda Mobilityland Corporation, received the top award in the ESG (Environment/Social/Governance) category, the "ESG Changemaker presented by Allwyn," at the "Formula 1 Promoter Awards 2025" hosted by Formula 1.
This award is presented to promoters among all 24 Grands Prix hosting the world’s premier motorsport, F1, which demands strict and advanced environmental standards. It recognizes those who place the principles of ESG (Environment/Social/Governance) at the core of event management and continuously implement effective improvements, including environmental initiatives, collaboration with local communities, and transparent event operations. Suzuka Circuit was highly evaluated for its quantitatively supported achievements such as achieving carbon neutrality for Scope 1 and 2 emissions in event operations, improving resource recycling rates, strengthening low-carbon mobility, and providing extensive access to the local community, leading to this top award recognition.
Additionally, at the same awards, the integration of the culture of Mie and Suzuka—the host region—and the uniquely Japanese hospitality throughout the entire event was highly praised, leading to a nomination for the "Outstanding Cultural Identity" award, which is given to events that incorporate the host location’s unique culture, traditions, and scenery into the visitor experience.
Suzuka Circuit will continue to promote sustainability through motorsports while valuing the unique cultural assets of Japan, striving to realize an international event that grows together with the local community.
This award is presented to promoters among all 24 Grands Prix hosting the world’s premier motorsport, F1, which demands strict and advanced environmental standards. It recognizes those who place the principles of ESG (Environment/Social/Governance) at the core of event management and continuously implement effective improvements, including environmental initiatives, collaboration with local communities, and transparent event operations. Suzuka Circuit was highly evaluated for its quantitatively supported achievements such as achieving carbon neutrality for Scope 1 and 2 emissions in event operations, improving resource recycling rates, strengthening low-carbon mobility, and providing extensive access to the local community, leading to this top award recognition.
Additionally, at the same awards, the integration of the culture of Mie and Suzuka—the host region—and the uniquely Japanese hospitality throughout the entire event was highly praised, leading to a nomination for the "Outstanding Cultural Identity" award, which is given to events that incorporate the host location’s unique culture, traditions, and scenery into the visitor experience.
Suzuka Circuit will continue to promote sustainability through motorsports while valuing the unique cultural assets of Japan, striving to realize an international event that grows together with the local community.
Key Initiatives Recognized
1. Environment: While accelerating efforts to achieve net zero by 2030, the following results were achieved at the 2025 FORMULA 1 JAPANESE GRAND PRIX. The continuous and systematic promotion of reducing environmental impact was highly evaluated internationally.
- ・Achieved carbon neutrality for CO₂ emissions (Scope 1 and 2) in event operations
- ・Covering 45% of electricity through self-generation and achieving 100% renewable energy by purchasing green power
- ・Operating generators in the paddock with 100% biofuel to reduce dependence on fossil fuels
- ・Improving resource recycling/compost ratio to 46.1% by introducing returnable containers and strengthening sorting
- ・Expansion of tour buses and promotion of shared taxis increased the usage rate of low-carbon transportation methods to 64.4%
- ・As part of preserving the natural environment on the circuit grounds, in addition to the existing 500 cherry trees, 75 trees of 6 species native to Japan were newly planted
2. Society: Collaboration with the local community and creation of social value embodied the concept of an "international sports event created together with the community," and contributions to both culture and the economy were recognized.
- ・Donated surplus food to food banks and received the "Food Loss Reduction Promotion Award Chairman's Prize"
- ・Invited 4,000 families from surrounding areas to provide opportunities to experience motorsports
- ・About 60% of business partners are local companies, contributing to the regional economy and employment
- ・Implemented traffic facilitation measures including decoration and hospitality projects through public-private collaboration, as well as the establishment of dedicated shuttle bus lanes
3. Governance: The following initiatives were recognized as an operational model that achieves both sustainability and safety.
- ・Achieved the highest 3-star rating in the FIA Environmental Accreditation Program (2024)
- ・Implemented shuttle bus route management, congestion relief, and strengthened crisis management systems in collaboration with government and police
- ・Promoted operations through internships and volunteer participation by local students
President and CEO Takeshi Saito
“This award is a result achieved through the collaboration of everyone involved with Suzuka Circuit, and I am deeply honored. We will continue to work on ongoing improvements in all areas including the environment, community, and safety and security, while carefully incorporating Suzuka’s unique scenery and the cultural appeal of Japan into the race experience. We will continue our efforts to become a model for sustainable and culturally valuable international event management.”
(For Reference)
■2025 Promoter Award Winners List
Promoter of the Year: Abu Dhabi Grand Prix
Event Spectacle: Saudi Arabia Grand Prix
Fan Experience presented by Heineken: Hungary Grand Prix
ESG Changemaker presented by Allwyn: Japanese Grand Prix (Suzuka Circuit)
Outstanding Cultural Identity: China Grand Prix *The Japanese Grand Prix was also nominated in this category
“This award is a result achieved through the collaboration of everyone involved with Suzuka Circuit, and I am deeply honored. We will continue to work on ongoing improvements in all areas including the environment, community, and safety and security, while carefully incorporating Suzuka’s unique scenery and the cultural appeal of Japan into the race experience. We will continue our efforts to become a model for sustainable and culturally valuable international event management.”
(For Reference)
■2025 Promoter Award Winners List
Promoter of the Year: Abu Dhabi Grand Prix
Event Spectacle: Saudi Arabia Grand Prix
Fan Experience presented by Heineken: Hungary Grand Prix
ESG Changemaker presented by Allwyn: Japanese Grand Prix (Suzuka Circuit)
Outstanding Cultural Identity: China Grand Prix *The Japanese Grand Prix was also nominated in this category