In 1996 the role of the Environmental Steward was created by the FIM and in 1997 the first environmental seminar for Environmental Stewards was launched.

This programme was conceived as a control tool for sporting events. The programme consists of a series of environmental regulations and the presence of an Environmental Steward holding an appropriate licence which they obtain by taking a two-day seminar offered by the FIM Academy with certified instructors expert members of the Sustainability Commission (CID). The presence of the Environmental Steward is mandatory at every FIM event. The CID contributes to the organiser, oversees that the event complies with the regulations of the Environmental Code, which is the oldest and only one of its kind amongst sports organisations, and identifies all positive aspects which can be supported. The Environmental Steward can identify objectives for improvement and identify good practices.

Worldwide

55,000 € annually

1994 – ongoing

National Federations, Promotors, Sporting Commissions and Volunteers

Sustainability Stewards will be trained through seminars conducted by CID experts certified by the FIM Academy. Upon completion, the Stewards will receive an International Sustainability Licence, valid for three years. After this period, the licence must be renewed.

As outlined in the FIM Environmental Code, Sustainability Stewards must be involved in the planning of events. Each event must have a Steward present (for jointly organised events, only one Steward is required). Following the event and an assessment of the facilities, the Steward is required to complete an evaluation report (checklist) and submit it to the Sustainability Commission for analysis and reporting by discipline.

This programme will also include the CID Sustainability Delegates who are responsible for verifying that the programme is being carried out reasonably as well as identifying points of improvement, educating our stakeholders and evaluating those events that we consider will have the most significant impact or those in which an event or special activities are taking place.

Our regulations are focused on protecting soil, water, climate, waste management, circular economy, biodiversity and gender equality amongst others.

Reduce the environmental impact of sporting and tourist events organised under the guidance of the FIM.
Promote the organisation of environmentally viable events.
Control the application of the Environmental Code.
Create modern and achievable regulations.
Educate our community.

This programme allows us to control events.
It is also a magnificent opportunity to incorporate more women into motorcycling. Currently, more than 80% of our events participate in this programme.