British Horseracing Authority unveils new environmental strategy

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BHA Launches Five-Year Environmental Strategy with Racing Foundation

🌱 Strategy Overview

  • The British Horseracing Authority (BHA), in partnership with the Racing Foundation, has launched a new environmental sustainability strategy for the UK horseracing industry.

  • The strategy is built around four core pillars:

    1. Reducing carbon emissions

    2. Preserving water availability

    3. Minimising waste

    4. Protecting nature and ecosystems

🔍 Initial Phase & Focus

  • The rollout begins with data gathering and analysis on:

    • Industry greenhouse gas emissions

    • Broader environmental impact

  • Following this, the BDG Game will explore potential funding sources to support implementation.

💷 Funding & Development

  • The five-year programme is fully funded by the Racing Foundation.

  • Strategy development included input from stakeholders, including industry participants and environmental experts.

🗣️ Leadership Commentary

  • Katie Carr, Head of Environmental Sustainability, BHA:

    “The success of British racing is intrinsically linked to the health of our natural environment… it’s essential we protect it.”

  • Tansy Challis, CEO, Racing Foundation:

    “This strategy coordinates great work already happening and sets a clear direction for racing’s sustainable future.”

📌 Context & Industry Activity

  • The strategy follows other recent BHA developments:

    • Charles Allen appointed as BHA Chair

    • Industry strike action over potential tax increases

    • Launch of new horse welfare e-learning modules

  • A recent BHA study showed horse welfare remains a top concern for the future of racing.

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