FIA President Jean Todt has backed proposals outlined on Tuesday by Formula 1 in which the championship aims to have net-zero carbon footprint by 2030.
Environmental issues have been a discussion point in recent years and on Tuesday Formula 1 unveiled its plans for a more sustainable and eco-friendly sport.
“Our commitment to global environmental protection is crucial,” said Todt, who has been at the helm of the governing body since 2009.
“The FIA welcomes this Formula 1 initiative. It is not only very encouraging for the future of motorsport, but it could also have strong benefits for society as a whole.
“This strategy is in line with initiatives started some years ago by the FIA with the creation of the Environmental Accreditation Programme, more recently with the FIA Environment and Sustainability Commission, and researches on renewable racing fuel.
“Furthermore, in 2014 we introduced the hybrid power unit in Formula 1, which was essential for the development of motorsport highest category.
“It is the same reason that led us to maintain this philosophy within the framework of the Formula 1 regulations applicable from 2021.
“With the involvement of the teams, drivers, F1’s numerous stakeholders, and crucially the millions of fans around the world, the FIA and Formula 1 are committed to driving development and ensuring motorsport grows as a laboratory for environmentally beneficial innovations.”
