Causeway Coast & Glens Council to trial ‘vegetable oil’ fuel for bin lorries
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The trial will operate out of the Coleraine Depot, with the Hydrotreated Vegetable Oil (HVO) fuel to be used for an initial period of six months.
At a meeting of the council’s Environmental Services Committee last week, the plans were proposed by Bann Sinn Fein Councillor Sean Bateson and seconded by the mayor, Limavady DUP Councillor Steven Callaghan.
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Hide AdCllr Bateson said: “I think it’s an excellent initiative. Anything which can help reduce emissions is to be welcomed. I’m happy to propose. Hopefully it goes well.”
HVO fuel is a fossil-free paraffinic diesel which can be used as a direct replacement for mineral diesel fuel.
Made from certified waste materials, HVO fuel supports the circular economy and helps to reduce net CO2 greenhouse gas emissions by up to 90%.
During the trial period, HVO fuel will be supplied by Nicholl Oils.