Sustainable Fuel
Petronas, the sustainable fuel supplier for Mercedes-powered Formula 1 teams, faces a tight deadline to certify its fuel for the 2026 season. The new homologation process for sustainable fuels has introduced complexities that could delay approval ahead of the Australian Grand Prix. If needed, teams may resort to provisional fuel blends.
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The Union environment ministry has stated that manufacturing of sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) will require prior environmental clearance, treating it like other petroleum refining products. This move aims to regulate the production of green fuel.