Trophies 2023

In order to encourage a greater awareness of environmental concerns in the field of motorcycling, the FIM has created a “Environment Trophy” to reward exceptional commitment to implementing environmentally responsible practices and promoting sustainable activities in the world of motorcycling.

The Jury will select the Trophy Winner based on predefined and objective criteria listed in the evaluation sheet such as:

- Reduction of the impact/benefits on the environment

- Concrete actions towards environmental awareness

- Concrete actions towards preserving nature in relation to motorcycling activities

- Behavioural change in the long run towards improving motorcycling activities impact on the environment

- Concrete actions through motorcycle sport to create innovative and positive impact on the environment

Candidate: 1

Circuits de Catalunya, S.L

The reason and motivation are to be a reference in the motorsport sector through the commitment and coherence that all our SDG related actions evidence as well as continuous improvement and with the credibility granted by the certifications received.

This year, as a novelty, the project was promoted on energy self-sufficiency and are currently installing a total of 1,092 photovoltaic solar panels on the roof of the main stand which would produce 550 Kw. The rooves of other buildings as the central office units and the services and logistics building have already got photovoltaic solar panels installed.

Candidate: 2

Deutscher Motor Sport Bund e.V.

Environmental and climate protection are key challenges that must be addressed to preserve the global foundations of life for future generations – and of course for the continued existence of our sport. The earth is heating up faster and faster and there are serious environmental disasters such as forest fires, droughts, hurricanes, cold/heat waves and floods. As an FMN we have a duty to help shape the transformation processes and thus prove our sports future viability.

In recent years, various approaches have been implemented to address the issue of sustainability in motorsport. In 2002, the DMSB was the first top association under the umbrella of the German Olympic Sports Confederation (DOSB) to introduce binding environmental guidelines. In 2008, a well-founded scientific study on the environmental impact of motorsport was carried out for the first time, the second edition of the study was published a few weeks ago. The winners of the DMSB Environmental Award, which has been presented since 2000, are also proof of the variety of initiatives to harmoniously combine motorsport issues with environmental and climate protection. Since 2020, two position papers have been published, committing to environmental and climate protection for sustainability and in 2022 the DMSB Sustainability Strategy was published. Motorsport is currently in conflict, although many approaches have been implemented in the past to tackle the ecological dimension of sustainability. As many of the measurements lack public awareness, DMSB has developed the sustainability database to clarify the individual projects that encompass the dimensions of sustainability and to lead the development with role models. Today, we are aware that the topic of "sustainability" must be dealt with even more intensively. During this, an expert advisory board was established, which includes representatives from associations, industry, research and education of various universities as well as experts from other sports associations. The sustainability database is a project of the German Motorsport Federation (DMSB) to make further progress in sustainability. In this database, many different programs, initiatives, projects, activities, events and campaigns can be registered, which deal with the topics of environmental and nature protection, equal opportunities, the general conditions, inclusion and vehicle technology. Associations, sports facilities, athletes, and clubs can present their activities, get attention, and provide food for thought serving as role models with flagship projects.

Candidate: 3

Motonext

Acknowledged by KNMV, Ten Kate Racing has started this project a few years ago by developing parts for racing motorcycles with special biologic parts and sustainable materials and special oil. Many parts are produced with bioflacs instead of plastic.

At this moment the team is racing with two bikes in the WSS 600 and they are very successful. Last year one of the riders was World Champion. This year the first rider has finished many times on the podium.

This team tries to develop more racing bikes in this way and would like to produce bikes for other disciplines and also for the total automotive industry. Within a short time Motonext 2 will be presented.

It is a global project for all kinds of possibilities to produce motorbikes, also for road use.

Candidate: 4

Prime Stadium Lda

We are proud of our endeavour that embodies our profound commitment to sustainability in every facet of our event and team. Our motivation is to set a compelling example for the motorsport community, inspiring others to embrace eco-conscious practices and to instil a sense of responsibility within our team members, encouraging them to incorporate sustainable choices into their daily lives. Our candidacy stands as a testament to our resolute dedication to fostering a greener future. We have initiated impactful measures that are reshaping our operations into an environmentally conscious model. Our accomplishments include substantial reductions in plastic use, the implementation of waste separation protocols across our premises, and the optimisation of printing practices to essentials. Our water management strategies are being tuned to minimise waste. Through initiatives like offsetting CO2 emissions from races and website activities, as well as planting a tree for every product sold, our commitment to environmental harmony is palpable. By pursuing the FIM Environment Trophy, we aspire to propel our vision of sustainability forward, catalysing change not only within our own event but across the motorsport landscape as a whole.

At EnduroGP, we: Do not use single-use plastic in the kitchen and Welcome Centre. We have reduced the number of plastic water bottles used in the Welcome Centre per round from around 450 to 20 (for reporters going to the tracks). Next year, it will be reduced to zero. Separate waste in the kitchen, Welcome Centre, and Organisation offices. Reduce printing in the Organisation and Press Offices to only the essentials. Manage water usage in the kitchen to avoid water waste, including ending water flow during dishwashing. Additionally, we ensure that the FIM environmental code is followed by local organisers, athletes, and teams, especially regarding environmental mats, oil and tyre collection points, and bike washing areas. A new chapter in our event manual outlines the environmental guidelines that local organisers need to follow. We have started offsetting the CO2 emissions from the bikes during the races through tree-nation.com/pt/perfil/prime-stadium We are offsetting the CO2 produced by our website through the Tree-Nation Net Zero programme. For every product bought on our website, we plant one tree in our Tree Nation Forest and because we strongly believe that the environment is a part, an important part, of a sustainability path we want for EnduroGP. We donate 1€ for each registration to RaceForGood, a Portuguese charity that uses sports to fight social exclusion and poverty. We donate kitchen surplus supplies to local charities or people in need at the end of each EnduroGP. We locally source food and beverages for the meals served in the Welcome Centre (around 500 for each round of the championship). We prioritise local producers and small businesses when shopping for the kitchen, buying local whenever possible.

Candidate: 5

Santa Monica Spa

In 2022 we defined our sustainability policy which we are carrying out following a series of improvement programmes in order to obtain results in the ESG area. We try to combine improvements in the environmental field with a certain attention to the social aspect, all within a framework of long-term economic sustainability. As a circuit, we have reached an important milestone in the management of sustainable events, the ISO 20121 certification by the international body Tuv Sud, which is accredited in Italy with Accredia, as a guarantee of greater seriousness and quality in customer audits. Furthermore, we have obtained 3 stars from the FIA (International Automobile Federation) in the "Environmental Accreditation Framework" programme, the highest recognition in the environmental field by this important federation. Given these premises, we have decided to apply to your initiative to win, however it must be emphasized that our real goal is to share our company policies in the world of motorcycling with a view to a general improvement of the whole sector.

Company objectives and targets for 2023:- improvement of separate waste collection by 15% compared to 2022, focusing on the "door to door paddock" project and on the creation of new ecological islands;- reduction of electricity consumption by 5% starting from a revamping study of the electricity management system and focusing on some projects, including the revamping and hourly rescheduling of energy-intensive utilities;- containment of acoustic pressure within the limits of what is indicated in the municipal authorisation thanks to careful planning of the derogations and the impact of the containment works that will be carried out on the "Tramonto" turn;- improvement in the management of food surpluses by serving 25% more meals than in 2022 by aiming for greater customer involvement in the "Solid-Ali" project;- 10% growth in partners by focusing on the completion of the MWC Square project and the inclusion of a new partner in merchandising;- growth of social inclusiveness, increasing the distribution of tickets for the disabled by 10% thanks to the involvement of the associations in the so-called events “minors”;- growth of socio-cultural inclusiveness, increasing the initiatives carried out at MWC before, during or after the events by 25%, thanks to a greater involvement of the schools and going to increase the repetitions of the most significant events.

Candidate: 6

Talentos Objetivos

We are a group of people with the main aim to organise an excellent sporting event. However, this team was always up on the rules, making all the efforts to respect the social responsibilities and environment issues, and that is why we think that this prize belongs to us.

In short, the measures presented in the environmental plan for the TRIALGP Portugal 2023 competition were successfully completed, with an excellent impact on the environment, namely the development of plant species that were previously at risk or threatened in the Gouveia area, the reduction of pollution in the riverside area and the prevention of fires due to the cleaning of the intervention areas. Sensitising the public, employees and competition teams to sustainability. And, finally, to get closer to zero polluting emissions. Outside of the environmental plan, the ruins of the woollen factories were "discovered" and later turned into historical and tourist attractions.

In order to encourage a greater awareness of the need for the presence and involvement of women in motorcycling, the FIM has created a “Women in Motorcycling Trophy”. Through this Trophy, the FIM wishes to recognise and show its appreciation for those who have significantly contributed to actions taken to improve women’s participation in motorcycling activities and have a positive impact on gender equality.

The Jury will select the Trophy Winner based on predefined and objective criteria listed in the evaluation sheet such as:

- Increasing the sporting level of female competitors in all disciplines

- Increasing the number of female competitors in all disciplines

- Increasing the number of female volunteers, leaders, officials, referees

- Increasing the number of female representatives among the FIM bodies

- Having a positive impact on gender equality

- Covering women’s activities and achievements in the media in an effective manner

- Go beyond cultural barriers

Candidate: 1

Egija Skurbe

Thanks to Egija’s activities and strong belief this year, the MX Women Class returned to the Latvian motocross championship. Egija developed a true passion over the years for motorsport especially for motocross and became one of the rare female employees at LaMSF, who truly believed in her vision about MX women class in the Latvian championship. And she did it.

This year, the MX Women Class returned to the Latvian championship after a hiatus of several years with separate races, which created interesting battles not only between Latvian, but also between the leading Baltic female riders. The aim of the project was to give women the same opportunity to compete in their own class as male athletes, allowing them to gain the necessary experience to prepare for international competitions. The MX Women championship has been broadcast live from every race on the TV channel "Best4Sport TV”. This Latvian Open Championship is mainly contested by women from Baltic countries, although Scandinavian riders have shown interest. There were also several girls under the age of 13, who will be seen on track in the coming seasons. Thanks to this project it has attracted new supporters to motocross and not only for the mx women class, but for the whole national championship and has also established excellent cooperation with federations from neighbouring countries that has resulted in increased participants in all competitions.

Candidate: 2

MissBiker

The belief is that this project is encouraging a growing number of women into motorcycling and the format can be replicated internationally, to create a larger community with shared values and resources to empower more women.

Through more than 20 events and courses (on riding techniques, safety, motorbike maintenance for beginners and pro) this year the project has reached many women. Many female role models in many motorcycling sports have been interviewed and experiences shared. Enduro rider Sandra Gomez attended a course that took place in September for 15 women who wanted to learn enduro (beginners and professionals). Lisa Cavalli, CEO and founder was invited by FMI as a speaker in a meeting about gender gap with companies. MissBiker is also cooperating with 2 companies (name cannot be disclosed here) on the development of special women boots and a motorcycle apparel line for curvy women and special sizes.

Candidate: 3

MOTORCYCLING AT SCHOOL

In Spain it has done it for some years now and it is believed it is positive for the next generation of children, and also supporting women riders financially for their time inside this project. Now is a good moment to show the rest of the world the activity and motivate more countries and federations not only in motorsport to teach in schools.

Ten teaching riders every year go to different schools and are showing motorsport to the new future generations, and this is being shown with equality. It is positive for the riders and for the future, although there is continued work to do to increase the quantity of teachers and people that can be reached.