Our Shift to Zero initiative is well underway as we strive to improve sustainability across the venue. We are always looking at ways to further reduce our carbon footprint, and installing solar-powered EV charging was an obvious step.
Stuart Pringle
Managing Director at Silverstone
3ti installs two custom-branded Papilio3 solar EV charging hubs at the iconic Silverstone Circuit, accelerating the venue’s Shift to Zero sustainability strategy.
Silverstone, the home of British motorsport, hosts some of the biggest racing events in the world, drawing thousands of visitors annually. As a leader in the motorsport industry, Silverstone has committed to improving sustainability across its venue through its Shift to Zero initiative, which aims to systematically reduce the carbon footprint of all operations.
The iconic venue recognised that providing sustainable EV charging infrastructure would be a critical component of their sustainability journey, especially as the number of electric vehicles on UK roads continues to grow. This aligns with broader industry trends as motorsport increasingly embraces sustainable technologies and practices.
Silverstone faced several distinct challenges in implementing EV charging infrastructure:
The solution needed to be scalable, quickly deployable, and visibly demonstrate Silverstone’s commitment to sustainability while providing a practical service for EV drivers.
3ti installed two Papilio3 solar car parks with integrated EV charging hubs at strategic locations around the Silverstone circuit:
The installation was completed ahead of one of the biggest weekends in British motorsport, ensuring maximum visibility and utilisation of the new charging infrastructure.
The partnership between 3ti and Silverstone delivered significant benefits:
Stuart Pringle, Managing Director of Silverstone, highlighted the strategic importance of the installation: “Our Shift to Zero initiative is well underway as we strive to improve sustainability across the venue. We are always looking at ways to further reduce our carbon footprint, and installing solar-powered EV charging was an obvious step. We were drawn to Papilio3 because of the speed at which the solution could be deployed and the number of charge points immediately available for use by staff and visitors.”
The Silverstone installation serves as a powerful example of how iconic venues can rapidly enhance their sustainability credentials while providing practical amenities for visitors and staff, setting a benchmark for other sporting and leisure venues across the UK.
Silverstone, the home of British motorsport, hosts some of the biggest racing events in the world, drawing thousands of visitors annually. As a leader in the motorsport industry, Silverstone has committed to improving sustainability across its venue through its Shift to Zero initiative, which aims to systematically reduce the carbon footprint of all operations.
The iconic venue recognised that providing sustainable EV charging infrastructure would be a critical component of their sustainability journey, especially as the number of electric vehicles on UK roads continues to grow. This aligns with broader industry trends as motorsport increasingly embraces sustainable technologies and practices.
Silverstone faced several distinct challenges in implementing EV charging infrastructure:
The solution needed to be scalable, quickly deployable, and visibly demonstrate Silverstone’s commitment to sustainability while providing a practical service for EV drivers.
3ti installed two Papilio3 solar car parks with integrated EV charging hubs at strategic locations around the Silverstone circuit:
The installation was completed ahead of one of the biggest weekends in British motorsport, ensuring maximum visibility and utilisation of the new charging infrastructure.
The partnership between 3ti and Silverstone delivered significant benefits:
Stuart Pringle, Managing Director of Silverstone, highlighted the strategic importance of the installation: “Our Shift to Zero initiative is well underway as we strive to improve sustainability across the venue. We are always looking at ways to further reduce our carbon footprint, and installing solar-powered EV charging was an obvious step. We were drawn to Papilio3 because of the speed at which the solution could be deployed and the number of charge points immediately available for use by staff and visitors.”
The Silverstone installation serves as a powerful example of how iconic venues can rapidly enhance their sustainability credentials while providing practical amenities for visitors and staff, setting a benchmark for other sporting and leisure venues across the UK.
SCC’s growing electric vehicle fleet will be powered by Papilio3, supporting the council’s sustainability strategy. The solution was chosen to fulfill the urgent need for EV charging infrastructure at the site.
“The force’s target is to be Net Zero for all scope 1 and 2 emissions by 2040, and it is hoped exploring the use of technology such as this – which uses solar panels on its roof – will help us achieve that.”
Keith Dickinson - Director of Resources Merseyside Police