In a pioneering move, Kensington and Chelsea Council is transitioning its bin lorries from diesel to hydrotreated vegetable oil (HVO). This switch, involving 44 vehicles, aims to lower carbon emissions by 90%. HVO, derived from cooking oils and animal fats, can be used in existing diesel engines without modification. The council asserts that this change won't increase costs, and they are optimistic about the possibility of further savings in the long run. Councillor Johnny Thalassites emphasizes the importance of balancing environmentally friendly initiatives with essential services for residents.
“Achieving net zero is increasingly difficult for councils who are rightly prioritising keeping essential services running for residents. By trialling hydrotreated vegetable oil in place of a polluting fuel like diesel, we are innovating without compromising service.”
“The way the oil is made means it works in the engines of the existing vehicles, so it can simply replace the diesel without any changes to the vehicles.”
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