Bahrain Grand Prix ‘most eco-friendly race ever’
TDT | Manama
The Daily Tribune – www.newsofbahrain.com
Reported by Zahra Ayaz
Formula 1 fans have praised Bahrain International Circuit (BIC) for its efforts to become more sustainable and reduce its impact on the environment.
BIC had announced that the Formula 1 Gulf Air Bahrain Grand Prix 2023 is expected to be the most environmentally friendly motorsport event in history.
Fans are welcoming such initiatives, in which BIC aims to further minimize its environmental impact and support both F1’s and the Kingdom’s 2023 net zero goals.
Speaking with The Daily Tribune, Mohammad Majed from Lebanon said: “It is great to know Bahrain is taking this initiative. I have come all the way from Lebanon just to attend the race and so far the ambiance and facilities are good and it’s nice to know the country is working on being greener.”
Jork Akkary from Sweden added: “The security guards, the cleaning crew team, and the locals have been so cooperative in helping out the international fans, and for me, it’s the first time coming here for the race and I love how the government has taken initiatives for this big event.”
Crystal, Sean and Reece from the US said: “We have been coming in for the race for the last six years and it has been amazing. “I think this year I have enjoyed more than my previous years as there were many fun activities for the kids and obviously the facilities have been great so far.
“Bahrain going green and ensuring to reduce the impact on pollution, and facilities for the fans with special composting machines to dispose of waste is such a great idea.”
Among the BIC projects to increase sustainability are the expansion of the solar farm to cover a second parking lot that will soon begin construction and a new building management system and other energy-reduction measures, to name only a few.
Furthermore, in order to increase the number of segregated garbage bins around the Paddock and public areas and to dispose of leftover food in a special composting machine, BIC has renovated and enlarged its recycling facilities.
Related Posts