Racing Green at SMSP – SMSP Sustainability

Racing Green – The ARDC Commitment to Sustainability

INVESTING IN SYDNEY MOTOR SPORT PARK’S GREEN FUTURE FOR THE ENVIRONMENT, BUSINESS AND COMMUNITY

The Australian Racing Drivers’ Club (ARDC), proud operators of Sydney Motorsport Park, Eastern Creek (SMSP), is committed to creating a lasting positive impact on the community and the environment. We are proud to spearhead sustainable practices in motorsport, and are committed to continue working towards a more sustainable future, which we aim to accomplish through multiple initiatives.

OUR KEY PROGRAMS AND ACTIONS

Create a sustainable waste management program including a drive to maximise landfill diversion rates from circuit events and operational activities
Educate and encourage sustainable activations from event owners, track teams, and suppliers.
Implement sustainable technology on-and off-track
Continue to invest in EV charging stations & solar panels
Sponsor and support university EV and Solar race teams
Monitor and reduce energy and water consumption, noise and air emissions
Plant trees and preserve biodiversity
Provide track access for local community activities
Work alongside our sustainability partners, Closed Loop Environmental Solutions, to drive sustainable practices at SMSP.
Support sustainability driven businesses within the Australian Motorsport Innovation Precinct.

In tackling these important initiatives, the ARDC recognises that success is a collective effort, achieved by sharing intelligence and experiences, and working collaboratively towards a common goal. Sustainability in Motorsport is definitely an enduro – not a sprint. It is also a race with no checkered flag, as there is always more that can be done.

Sustainability is often thought of in terms of three key pillars: economic, social, and environmental. By focusing on all three pillars of sustainability, the ARDC can create long-term value for our customers and clients, while also benefiting the community and preserving the environment

ARDC Commitment to sustainability

As a non-profit motorsport club, we understand our role in ensuring the land we race on and the community we serve is handled with care.
To achieve this, we are guided by our Sustainability Pillars:

ENVIRONMENTAL

social

ECONOMICAL

Partnership with Closed Loop

Sydney Motorsport Park’s official Sustainability Services partner, helping to reduce our waste and footprint while increasing our recycling and upcycling, renewable practices, and creating our circular economy.

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The Sustainable Circuits Index

The Sustainable Circuits Index ranks companies based on their sustainability efforts, with a focus on reducing environmental impact. In 2022, we ranked first in Australia and 32nd in the world.

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