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      Sebastian Vettel claims climate change is forcing him to consider retiring from F1 despite travelling world on jets

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      SEBASTIAN VETTEL says climate change is forcing him to reconsider his role as an F1 driver.The four-time world champion was speaking as a guest on BBC Question Time where he was asked about his environmental campaigning.
      F1 star Sebastian Vettel claims he is considering retiring from F1Credit: Splash
      The driver regularly travels the world in jets for racesCredit: Getty
      Vettel was quizzed if racing in “gas guzzling” F1 was at odds with his values and made him a hypocrite, to which the German gave a revealing answer.
      The 34-year-old, who currently drives for Aston Martin, said: “It does, it does, and you’re right when you laugh.
      “There’s questions I ask myself every day and I’m not a saint and I am very concerned when it comes to the future and these topics on energy.
      “It’s something that I’m asking myself [being in F1] and travelling the world.
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      “There’s certain things that are in my control, and certain things are not.
      “It is my passion to drive the car and I love it.
      “But when I get out of the car, of course I’m thinking as well ‘Is this something that we should do, travel the world, wasting resources?'”
      Vettel took an internship during lockdown in bio-farming and has taken part in a number of initiatives to support the environment.
      And on the BBC show he also spoke about how governments should be switching to cleaner energy.
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      He added: “We need to stop being dependent [on fossil fuels], and we can, because there are solutions in place.
      “You know, in Britain, you have this sort of goldmine you’re sitting on, which is wind, and you have the ability to increase your energy supply with wind power, solar.
      “Every country has its strengths and weaknesses.
      “If you go to Austria, they have the Alps and they have water, they can pump it up, store it, take it back down.”
      While Vettel did admit to being at odds with F1’s carbon footprint, he did defend the sport by saying it played a positive role in lifting people’s spirits during Covid.
      He said: “On the other hand, you know, we were entertaining people during Covid.
      “We were one of the first ones to start again, when everybody’s heads were about to explode.
      “I’m not saying Formula One has this huge position in the world to deliver entertainment.
      “There’s plenty of people – if you talk about entertainment, sports, culture, comedy – a lot of people who couldn’t perform, and a lot of people missed that. And I think if we didn’t have that, in general, we’d probably go mad.”
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      Tottenham and Chelsea clash to become first zero carbon match as Jamie Redknapp and Mark Wright help Sky initiative

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      THE GAME between Tottenham and Chelsea on Sunday will be the Premier League’s first zero carbon football match.The initiative, led by Sky, aims to raise awareness of the climate crisis and hopes inspire thousands to reduce their carbon footprint.
      Jamie Redknapp and Mark Wright are on a mission to reduce their carbon footprint
      Sky will launch their coverage of the Prem clash with a short film featuring ex-England footballer Jamie Redknapp and TV favourite Mark Wright.
      The delightful duo will celebrate the little wins the British public can achieve by being more environmentally conscious.
      Sky Sports regular Redknapp said: “Like most parents, I worry about what the future world my kids will live in will be like.
      “So being a part of this latest Sky Zero initiative is a huge privilege and celebrates the power of teamwork at its finest.”
      Research suggests 81 per cent of Brits believe there is an urgent need to reduce carbon emissions and limit the impact of global warming.
      But around a third have admitted to having a limited understanding of what they can do to make a difference in the world.

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      And 28 per cent of the population would do more to contribute to the reduction of carbon emissions if the guidance was clearer.
      Radio presenter Wright added: “I’m no eco-expert but it’s amazing to see what actions we can all take, day-to-day, to help save our planet.
      “It’s definitely opened my eyes to changes I can make at home.”
      The game between Spurs and Chelsea has been branded #GameZero and is supported by the Premier League and COP26 – the UN’s Climate Change Conference due to take place this November.
      Five Actions to Do At Home To Reduce Your Carbon Emissions

      Recycle and use plastic alternatives such as glass and stainless steel
      Turn lights off when you’re not in the room
      Hang your washing out to dry (rather than using a dryer)
      Eat leftovers and cut down meat consumption
      Turn down your thermostat

      Sky will also promote ‘CUP26′ – a tournament for fans who want to make positive environmental changes at home and win points for their club.
      Sky Sports’ director of football Gary Hughes added: “At Sky, we have set ourselves the ambition of being net zero carbon by 2030 and want to inspire our customers to #GoZero with us.
      “Our new short film aims to spur football fans into action by emphasising how much the small, everyday actions can create real, impactful change.
      “We wanted to create something that would not only celebrate Game Zero, but also dramatise the ways in which families across the country can make changes in their own lives and reduce their carbon footprint.”
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      Britain’s greenest football club Forest Green Rovers create eco-friendly kit made from coffee beans

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      BRITAIN’S greenest football club have grounds to celebrate — their new eco-friendly kit is made from coffee beans.
      Forest Green Rovers, who went climate neutral in 2017, have partnered with PlayerLayer to create a prototype strip which also contains recycled plastic.

      Forest Green Rovers’ new eco-friendly kit is made from coffee beans

      The League Two club have been named by Fifa as the greenest in the world

      The football club partnered with PlayerLayer to create the green strip

      The League Two club, named by Fifa as the greenest in the world, will play their first game in the new lime and black tiger-striped kit on Saturday when they take on Colchester United.
      The coffee-based fabric has been a top performer in initial tests and has been found to be lighter, breathable and more durable than the club’s current kit — which is also made of eco-friendly bamboo.
      Forest Green’s environmental credentials include having a vegan menu at their ground in Nailsworth, Gloucs, and solar panels with electric charging points.
      Proceeds from kit sales will be split between Gloucestershire NHS and charity One Tree Planted.

      Club chairman Dale Vince said: “It’s time football wakes up and smells the coffee about the planet’s future.
      “This prototype kit will bring new flavour to that old cliché of grinding out a result.”

      The new prototype strip also contains recycled plastic

      Forest Green Rovers will play their first game in the new lime and black tiger-striped kit on Saturday

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