DJR retains carbon neutral status
By Thomas Miles
Date posted: 31 May 2024
Dick Johnson Racing (DJR) has retained its carbon neutral status after receiving accreditation from the FIA.
DJR became the first carbon neutral Supercars team in 2021 and has further cemented that status by securing the highest level of FIA’s Three Star Environmental Accreditation.
The Queensland based team first achieved these certifications for base year 2020, but has carried on since.
Improvements in areas such as diverting renewable energy into the grid, enhancing waste distribution and reducing landfill contributions and implementing a conscious focus on reducing travel and transport emissions have been major steps forward.
Its key achievements include successfully reducing emissions and fully offset any remaining emissions, plus planting over 40,000 native trees planted in Australia and being involved with a comprehensive reforestation and community project founded by Dr Ryan Story AM planting over 500,000 native trees in Madagascar.
DJR has also gained the Sports Environmental Alliance Membership.
DJR Team Principal Dr Ryan Story was proud of his team.
“The renewal of our FIA Three Star Accreditation and maintaining our Carbon Neutral status for a fourth consecutive year is a proud moment for Dick Johnson Racing,” he said.
“As the first Supercars Team to achieve this, it underscores our relentless commitment to sustainability and our role as leaders in the motorsport community.
“It is a testament to the hard work and dedication of every team member who strives to balance high performance with environmental responsibility.
“We are excited to continue driving innovation and setting new standards for a sustainable future in racing.”
Both Supercars CEO Shane Howard and Motorsport Australia President Andrew Fraser congratulated DJR.
“Supercars congratulates Dick Johnson Racing on the renewal of their FIA Three Star Environmental Accreditation and Carbon Neutral Status,” Howard said.
“As a Team they continue to demonstrate that high performance and environmental responsibility can go hand in hand.
“This renewal is a testament to the team’s dedication, innovation, and leadership in driving positive change within the industry.
“We’re proud to support their ongoing efforts as we collectively strive for a sustainable future in motor racing.”
“On behalf of Motorsport Australia and the FIA I commend Dick Johnson Racing on this huge accomplishment,” Fraser said.
“As a Team they continue to lead by example, driving positive change and setting new standards for a sustainable future in motorsport.
“This prestigious accreditation not only sets a benchmark in the motorsport industry but also demonstrates that excellence in racing can be harmoniously aligned with responsible environmental practices.”
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