HVO100: Diesel Alternative Gains Traction as Transport Electrification Lags

A recent report from [Publication] indicates a growing interest in alternative fuels, such as HVO100, as a solution to persistent greenhouse gas emissions, given the slow progress in electrifying the transport sector. Daniel Granquist, Business Developer for HVO100 at Preem, noted that public awareness of existing alternative fuel options remains limited. Preem, a pioneer in HVO100 production in Sweden, offers Preem Redefine HVO100 as a direct replacement for conventional diesel, targeting haulage companies and businesses operating large vehicle fleets. Granquist addressed common misconceptions about HVO100, emphasizing its molecular identity with traditional diesel. This similarity ensures compatibility with most modern diesel vehicles and many older models, requiring no vehicle modifications. Identifying compatible vehicles is straightforward: a visible 'XTL' mark near the fuel cap signifies readiness for HVO100. Users can seamlessly alternate between HVO100 and traditional diesel. The key differentiator for HVO100 lies in its renewable origins, derived from feedstocks such as vegetable oils, animal fats, and by-products from the pulp and paper industry. Preem Redefine HVO100 holds Svanenmärkt certification, guaranteeing its production excludes palm oil and its derivatives. Preem manufactures this Svanenmärkt renewable diesel at its refinery in Göt. As the electrification of transportation continues at a measured pace, fuels like HVO100 represent a significant opportunity for companies with diesel-dependent fleets to substantially reduce their fossil carbon dioxide emissions.