See the information in the above press releases. When in doubt, check with your Epiroc contact to confirm that your machine can be operated on HVO.

HVO (Hydrotreated Vegetable Oil) is a renewable diesel fuel made from waste fats and oils. It offers a cleaner alternative to traditional diesel, significantly reducing greenhouse gas emissions throughout its lifecycle.

All HVO blends can be used for HVO compatible products. HVO is designed to be fully compatible with conventional diesel, and it can be used in any diesel engine without modifications. This includes mixing it at any ratio with fossil diesel.

Moving from fossil diesel to HVO does not require any changes to service, installation, or infrastructure, as it works similarly to mineral diesel, which makes the transition to HVO a smooth and practical alternative solution.

• Reduced emissions: By using HVO100 CO2e emissions can be reduced by up to 90% compared to fossil diesel.
• High compatibility: It can be used in existing diesel engines without modifications, making it a versatile choice for various applications.
• Sustainable production: Utilizes waste materials like used cooking oil and animal fats, contributing to waste reduction.
• Improved air quality: Emits fewer air pollutants in its production phase.
• Enhanced energy security: Being produced from diverse and often local sources, HVO can decrease dependency on imported fossil fuels

The sustainability of HVO largely depends on the source of the feedstocks used and production processes. Due to this, check with your HVO supplier what feedstocks and production processes have been used to minimize negative environmental impacts.

A sustainability certified HVO is recommended.

No, HVO is different from traditional biodiesel (FAME). HVO has a similar chemical structure to fossil diesel, while biodiesel has a different composition and may require engine modifications if used in high concentrations.

The main drawback is the current higher cost compared to conventional diesel. However, the environmental benefits and potential for future cost reductions as production scales up make it a compelling option