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EWGA slashes emissions with HVO fuel switch

Changing to this fuel source will reduce the vans’ net emissions by up to 90%, as well as lower particulates emitted by 30% and nitrogen oxide by 9%. The move will be a simple transition as HVO can be used in existing diesel engines with little modification.

EWGA has pursued a suite of green business approaches in recent years, including achieving ISO 14001 accreditation for environmental management, installing a solar panel array at its HQ and an all-electric fleet of sales vehicles.

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Commenting on the development, Adrian Moeckell, MD of the firm, lays out why EWGA took this decision: “We have long had a desire to improve our Scope 3 emissions, which are primarily delivery vehicle fuel.

“Battery technology has not advanced far enough for moving heavy loads on vans as we have proven with our three-year trial. We have now discovered HVO fuel, which is a direct swap for diesel. Having sourced a local supplier, we’re now delighted to slash our delivery emissions by 90% and also use fuel which is 100% recycled.”

Moeckell added: “The path to a responsible, accredited, sustainable company has taken five years, but worth all the time and investment. EWGA can now deliver wine and help deliver a better future all at the same time.”

To achieve the fuel conversion the importer-wholesaler partnered with fellow Lancs company Compass Fuels. The latter specialises in supply of low-carbon fuel alternatives.

EWGA Wines is a signatory to the Harpers Sustainability Charter. You can follow this link to find out more.

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