What You’ll Learn
The Birth of Formula E: How Alberto turned a vision for an electric racing championship into reality.
Sustainability at the Core: Strategies that make Formula E a global leader in carbon-neutral events.
Tech Transfer: How innovations from Formula E are influencing everyday electric vehicles.
Logistical Feats: Behind the scenes of moving 300 tons of equipment across continents sustainably.
Breaking Barriers in Motorsport: Formula E’s approach to inclusivity, affordability, and talent-first driver recruitment.
Highlights
[00:05:00] – The bold idea of creating a net-zero electric racing championship.
[00:17:00] – Logistics of racing in 33 cities: moving 300 tons of equipment with a reduced carbon footprint.
[00:25:00] – How Formula E's battery transport protocols influenced global EV logistics regulations.
[00:31:00] – Formula E’s unique all-weather tires: sustainable, efficient, and performance-ready.
[00:36:00] – Formula E’s commitment to talent-first recruitment and cost caps in motorsports.
Quotes
[00:03:00] – “Sometimes you need to be persistent and follow your dreams.” – Alberto Longo
[00:13:00] – “Formula E is not just a sport, it’s a platform for education and innovation in sustainability.” – Alberto Longo
[00:25:00] – “Efficiency is our commitment to the world. Every year, we do bigger events with fewer emissions.” – Alberto Longo
[00:37:00] – “Talent should be the gateway to motorsports, not wealth. We’re changing that with Formula E.” – Alberto Longo
About the Guest
Alberto Longo is the Co-founder and Chief Championship Officer of Formula E, a revolutionary all-electric motorsport. With a background in finance and law, Alberto transitioned into motorsports with a vision to make racing sustainable, inclusive, and innovative. His leadership has transformed Formula E into the fourth largest motorsport globally, with a profound impact on electric vehicle technology and urban mobility.
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