Extreme E

Managing Director of Extreme E, Ali Russell, joined Chief Executive of Symbio, Philippe Rosier to speak on a panel at the 4th annual Sustainability Week: Countdown to COP29 in Amsterdam. The panel, moderated by Nicolás Daher, lead energy analyst at the Economist Intelligence Unit (EIU) discussed 'Driving down emissions: Hydrogen innovations in the automotive industry'. In the quest to reduce emissions and combat climate change, the automotive industry is exploring the various sustainable mobility solutions hydrogen presents, how hydrogen fuel cells support the race to net zero, the current status of these technologies, the infrastructure required to support them, and of course the sporting platform Extreme H provides which will help accelerate race-to-road innovations.

In Season 2, Extreme E held its first Legacy Voyage in the Amazon Rainforest, Brazil.   Extreme E partnered with The Nature Conservancy to help combat deforestation in the Amazon Rainforest and build sustainable livelihoods for farmers.   Idalto Mendes Pereira, a cocoa producer in the region of São Félix do Xingu, Pará, said: “Instead of knocking down trees we are restoring the forest. The revenue from our cocoa harvest last year surpassed what we used to get through cattle ranching. We were doing everything wrong, damaging the environment and getting less money.”   Learn more about our previous work in Brazil 👇

On this #WorldHydrogenFuelCellDay, we celebrate the power of hydrogen to drive a more sustainable future! 🌎   At Extreme E, we're proud to have powered our race sites in the past using ENOWA’s green hydrogen fuel cell system, pushing the boundaries of clean energy innovation. But our journey doesn't stop there. In 2025, we'll make an exciting leap forward as we transition to Extreme H – the world's first off-road hydrogen championship!    The Pioneer 25 will lead the charge, powered by a cutting-edge hydrogen fuel cell from Symbio, showcasing the incredible potential of this green energy source. Together, we’re driving toward a zero-emission future, on and off the track!   To understand more about hydrogen and its uses through fuel cells, see the video below for an explainer 👇

Extreme E is proud to celebrate #GreenSportsDay, celebrated annually on October 6, which celebrates the positive impact sports can have on people and the planet.   In recognition of the day, we are glad to promote and adhere to the principles of Sports4Nature, a global community of sports organisations taking action for nature:   •⁠  ⁠Protect nature and avoid damage to natural habitats and species •⁠  ⁠Restore and regenerate nature wherever possible •⁠  ⁠Understand and reduce risks to nature in our supply chains •⁠  ⁠Educate and inspire positive action for nature across and beyond sport   Julia Wall-Clarke, Head of Impact and Communications at Extreme E, said:   “Extreme E recognises that protecting and restoring nature is critical for ensuring a healthy environment, which athletes and the whole of society need to thrive. This has been best evidenced through our Legacy Programmes, where we invest in nature-based projects in each race location which leave a positive impact, with support from the Scientific Committee, partner NGOs, and engagement with the local community.” #GreenSportsDay #Sports4Nature #SustainabilityInSports #TeamworkForNature #COP16 

The role of an Extreme E Mechanic: We chatted to some of the NEOM McLaren Racing XE Team mechanics in Scotland to find out what their role is during a race weekend, how they got into motorsport and what advice they have for anyone looking to start a career in the industry. Learn more here 👇

Extreme E is celebrating after being nominated for a BBC Green Sports Award, in the Elite Organisation category. Extreme E were shortlisted following recognition of the organisation’s long-term approach in placing a purpose-led sport alongside meaningful partnerships and local activations, including the launch of the Extreme H hydrogen racing car on board the St Helena in June, and its first test at the Hydro X Prix in Scotland a few weeks later. Read more 👉 https://lnkd.in/gK9h9BHY

Arriving in style In June we launched Extreme H and unveiled the first-ever hydrogen-powered racing car, the Pioneer 25, to the world. With a beautiful backdrop and an amazing crowd, we showed off Racing's New Frontier and finally brought Extreme H to life, showcasing that Hydrogen is the next step forward in automotive innovation. Jimmie Johnson said; "What excites me about new technology is it means our industry is working. This is a testbed for OEMs." Watch more here 👇

Extreme E has been shortlisted for two awards at the British Association for Sustainable Sport (BASIS) Awards, in both the Sustainable Innovation and Partnership of the Year categories.    The Sustainable Innovation award highlights Extreme E’s green hydrogen partner, ENOWA, which introduced green hydrogen power to Extreme E by using its ‘first of its kind’ Hydrogen Fuel Cell System. The series is transitioning to ENOWA’s innovative portable hydrogen solution and reached a key milestone at its most recent event in Scotland by powering 80% of the race site with hydrogen fuel cells.   The Partnership of the Year award celebrates Extreme E’s partnership with Vodafone Business, its official Technology Communications Partner. This collaboration works to integrate pioneering technologies into the environmental and community-focused Legacy Programmes, which are mapped globally according to the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals.   Read more here 👉 https://lnkd.in/gxt9-zwd

Paddock Heroes: Pauline Schoofs While we champion equality on track, Extreme E also promotes equality in all roles across the championship. In this edition, we meet Pauline Schoofs, who was the Deputy Race Director at the Hydro X Prix. She previously worked as a Race Director and Clerk of the Course across several motorsport disciplines and in her role in Scotland, she managed the sporting side of the event, working in race control and managing marshals, stewards, recovery teams and other personnel. Learn more here 👇

Tried, tested and pushed to its limits. With 3 seasons of testing already under its belt, the Pioneer 25 is getting put through its paces and ready for the next Extreme H test taking place soon. #HydrogenPioneers