Since it was created in 2010, Les Voiles de St-Barths Richard Mille is one of the major sporting events in the Caribbean. Like the other famous nautical events organized in St-Barths such as Les Loulou's Regatta and St-Barths Bucket Regatta, this great race brings together eighty boats for a unique show throughout the Caribbean crystal-clear waters.

For the last few years, the organization of the event has developed initiatives related to environment protection, making the race both ecological and respectful of the planet. Thus, strong actions have been taken to reach a zero plastic target, in order to protect the many marine species that are victims of the ingestion of plastic wastes thrown into the oceans.

For example: the organization of the competition promotes the use of eco-cups, reusable cups, pocket ashtrays and biodegradable materials, while straws and plastic bags are no longer used.

The race village also promotes local and sustainable food. In addition, the runners are also strongly committed to the environmental cause through good conduct guidelines.