Ethara and Aggreko unite to champion sustainability at Ethara events including the Formula 1 Etihad Airways Abu Dhabi Grand Prix

Ethara has announced Aggreko Middle East as their Official Sustainability Partner.

The agreement sees Ethara extend its collaboration with Aggreko, which has been supporting operations at Yas Marina Circuit to monitor and minimise carbon emissions across the Abu Dhabi Grand Prix as well as day-to-day circuit operations at the circuit since 2009.

The announcement aligns with Ethara’s increasing focus on sustainability across the events and venues including Yas Marina Circuit where a comprehensive strategy is in place to help achieve carbon net-zero by 2040, in full alignment with ongoing FIA sustainability efforts.

Aggreko will be a key partner in working towards providing lower carbon solutions and helping reduce emissions.

Both organisations will work closely together on a range of new green initiatives as well as build on the success of the previous results that have seen significant amounts of emissions reduced year-on-year.

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The 2023 Abu Dhabi Grand Prix generated 40 per cent fewer emissions than the 2022 edition, with a range of projects covering biofuels and AC system upgrades leading to a reduction in the use of refrigerants.

Ethara have also installed LED lighting around the circuit and a new solar car park project as the organisation looks to invest in advanced technology to become more energy efficient and build a more balanced energy mix.

Danny Klima, Venue Portfolio Director, Ethara, said: “We are delighted to welcome Aggreko Middle East as Ethara’s Official Sustainability Partner. The partnership will play a key role in supporting our ongoing efforts in reducing our carbon footprint while delivering major events such as the Abu Dhabi Grand Prix.”

“Aggreko’s extensive knowledge and experience in sustainability will help us build a balanced energy mix and deliver the results set out in our 5 year roadmap. Sustainability is a key priority for us and every element of race week has been carefully planned to help minimise the impact our venues and events have on their surroundings”.

Katia Martin, ESG Lead, Aggreko Middle East, said: “To be announced as the Official Sustainability Partner of Ethara and support their sustainability efforts for this year’s Formula 1 Etihad Airways Abu Dhabi Grand Prix, represents another milestone moment for Aggreko and we are thrilled to be extending our relationship with Ethara.

“We share the same goal of reducing emissions and helping to create a greener tomorrow, and we look forward to leveraging our resources, know-how and continuous investment in more sustainable solutions to help deliver lower-carbon events across Ethara’s venues.”

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