WMG celebrates shortlist nomination at THE Awards

Waste2Race is a hydrogen-powered racing car, built at WMG, that redefines sustainable innovation and knowledge exchange. Fuelled by hydrogen derived from sewage and constructed using circular economy materials – such as a beetroot-waste wing mirror and a reused battery from a crashed car – this vehicle pushes the boundaries of green performance.

A collaboration between students, researchers, SMEs and national partners, the project offers real-world experience to students and acts as a demonstrator platform for industry. It builds on WMG’s legacy of motorsport innovation, following the success of the 2009 WorldFirst car.

Professor Kerry KirwanLink opens in a new window, Dean of WMG, said: “Sixteen years ago we built the WorldF3rst racing car that showed that high performance and sustainability could be achieved together. The Waste2Race platform builds on that pedigree and brings it firmly into today’s arena.

“This sort of collaboration with our local, regional and national partners is a great example of how business, universities and the endless curiosity of our researchers and students, can break barriers and push the boundaries.”

Waste2Race showcases regional innovation while contributing to national net zero goals. The project has attracted new research and development funding, elevated regional manufacturing visibility, and reinforced Warwick’s leadership in applied sustainable engineering.

Warwick was also shortlisted for International Collaboration of the Year; Outstanding Support for Students; and Widening Participation or Outreach Initiative of the Year.