What is HVO?

Hydrotreated vegetable oil (HVO) is a low-carbon biofuel that works as a direct replacement for regular diesel. It is a high-quality renewable diesel produced from treating waste plant-matter with hydrogen, which means it does not release any additional carbon emissions into the atmosphere.

That means drivers of many existing diesel vehicles can simply swap to HVO immediately, with no concerns about economy, functionality or reliability. HVO emits up to 90% less carbon emissions when compared to conventional diesel, while also providing multiple extra benefits including lower NOx emissions, biodegradability, longer shelf-life, and being fossil-free.

Can I use HVO in my car?

HVO is suitable with almost any diesel car. It is chemically identical to the regular diesel you find on our forecourts today. HVO has been approved for usage by most leading car & vehicle manufacturers and has a wide range of OEM approvals so can be used without any engine or equipment modification. Most modern cars will run the fuel without any trouble at all. Owners are advised to check their vehicle will take HVO before they try filling up.

HVO is safe to mix with regular diesel at any volume, so even if your tank has remaining diesel inside, you’re good to go. It is 100% interchangeable with regular diesel. So you can get started with HVO right away.

What are the benefits of HVO?

Many of us want to reduce our carbon footprint whether at home, at work, or on the road. However, this can be quite a challenge as this often means buying a new car or upgrading engines or equipment. But now there is an easy way to dramatically reduce the carbon footprint associated with your car without the hassle of having to make these costly changes. Thousands of Irish motorists are quickly discovering the benefits of making the switch from diesel to HVO as a low-carbon alternative.

HVO is a second generation biofuel made from waste plant matter such as vegetable oil and fats. Unlike conventional biodiesel, hydrogen is used as a catalyst instead of methanol, which makes HVO a cleaner burning fuel. It is an ethically sourced fuel with ISCC verification. HVO is quickly becoming the go-to alternative fuel for motorists looking to reduce the environmental impact of their reliance on fossil fuels.

Does HVO perform the same as diesel?

Yes, with HVO there is no compromise in range or power. It’s reduced carbon emissions with the same power you’re used to! HVO can even deliver certain improvements to vehicle performance. As there are fewer impurities in HVO than conventional diesel, your car’s engine can be more economical with it’s fuel usage.

In addition, Nitrogen oxide emissions and particulate emissions can be reduced. These performance benefits are added to the major advantage of HVO, which is the whole-life CO2 emissions of the fuel. The associated carbon footprint is up to 90 per cent lower than that of regular diesel.

ISCC Acreditation

Certa HVO is accredited by the International Sustainability and Carbon Certification, reflecting our ongoing commitment to sustainable energy solutions and reducing the carbon footprint across the supply chain.

We provide certification for every litre of HVO we supply, giving you verifiable proof that your fuel consumption contributes to a more sustainable future.