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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, who place the principles of ESG (Environment/Social/Governance) at the core of event management and continuously implement effective improvements. SUZUKA CIRCUIT was highly evaluated for its quantitatively supported achievements, including 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 the receipt of this top award.
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 area'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, who place the principles of ESG (Environment/Social/Governance) at the core of event management and continuously implement effective improvements. SUZUKA CIRCUIT was highly evaluated for its quantitatively supported achievements, including 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 the receipt of this top award.
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 area'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 achievements were made at the 2025 FORMULA 1 JAPANESE GRAND PRIX. The continuous and systematic promotion of reducing environmental impact received high international recognition.
- ・Achieved carbon neutrality for CO₂ emissions (Scope 1 and 2) in event operations
- ・45% of the electricity is self-generated, and 100% renewable energy is achieved through the purchase of green power
- ・Generators in the paddock are operated with 100% biofuel, reducing dependence on fossil fuels
- ・Introduction of returnable containers and strengthened sorting have improved the resource recycling/compost ratio to 46.1%
- ・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 native Japanese wild species 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 economy were recognized.
- ・Donated surplus food through 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 plans 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 (Fédération Internationale de l'Automobile) Environmental Accreditation Program (2024)
- ・Implemented shuttle bus route management, congestion relief, and strengthened crisis management systems in collaboration with government and police authorities
- ・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 truly 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, striving 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: Hungarian Grand Prix
ESG Changemaker presented by Allwyn: Japanese Grand Prix (SUZUKA CIRCUIT)
Outstanding Cultural Identity: Chinese 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 truly 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, striving 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: Hungarian Grand Prix
ESG Changemaker presented by Allwyn: Japanese Grand Prix (SUZUKA CIRCUIT)
Outstanding Cultural Identity: Chinese Grand Prix *The Japanese Grand Prix was also nominated in this category