FIA launches 100% sustainable fuel certification initiative
The Fédération Internationale de l’Automobile (FIA) has announced a groundbreaking initiative to certify 100% sustainable fuel, aiming to decarbonise the transport sector while maintaining compatibility with internal combustion engines. This bold move underscores FIA’s commitment to environmental sustainability and technological innovation in motorsport.
FIA’s Sustainable Fuel Certification Programme ensures a robust framework to verify the environmental credentials of sustainable fuels. The programme will debut in the FIA Formula One World Championship in 2026, before expanding to other motorsport categories and everyday applications.
The initiative builds on years of research and development, with significant milestones including the production of the first batches of sustainable fuel in 2020. These fuels have already been tested in events such as the FIA European Truck Racing Championship and FIA World Rally Championship, showcasing their viability.
To ensure compliance, the FIA has collaborated with Zemo Partnership, an independent provider of assurance services, to develop the Sustainable Racing Fuel Assurance Scheme (SRFAS) for third-party verification. The scheme covers production processes, supply chain standards, and fuel composition. This rigorous certification system guarantees transparency and environmental accountability.
President Mohammed Ben Sulayem emphasised the broader implications of this initiative, stating, “Innovation and progress go hand in hand and the FIA is at the forefront as we drive towards a sustainable future. Alternative fuels are the next step, and today we are bringing a significant part of our sustainability vision to life with the availability of FIA-certified sustainable fuel, underpinned by an extremely robust procedure we can all be confident in. These on-track innovations continue to help grow on-road changes that impact each of us in our daily lives.”
By spearheading this initiative, the FIA sets a benchmark for the industry, driving the transition to sustainable mobility and reinforcing motorsport’s role as a test bed for cutting-edge innovation.
