Circle K Ireland has announced the launch of ‘Circle K Renewable Fuels Week – powered by milesBIO,’ a limited one-week special offer designed to promote the adoption of Hydrotreated Vegetable Oil (HVO) as a sustainable alternative to diesel.
From 15 to 21 July, Circle K will offer milesBIO HVO 100 at the same price as diesel across all participating locations.
This offer will allow fleet customers to experience the benefits of HVO without any cost implications, facilitating a smoother transition to cleaner energy solutions.
Hydrotreated Vegetable Oil
Since November 2022, Circle K’s own fleet has been running on HVO, saving over 14,000 tonnes of CO2 from entering the atmosphere in the process.
HVO is a completely fossil-free biofuel made from waste by-products and derived products not intended for human consumption from the food industry.
HVO offers an up to 90% reduction in carbon emissions over regular diesel.
Through the introduction of HVO, Circle K is also supporting businesses with fleet operations in reducing their carbon emissions.
Companies such as Irish Rail, Derry Group Ireland, McCulla Ireland and Alltrans are partnering with Circle K and have introduced the carbon neutral fuel to their operations to reduce emissions across their respective fleets.
‘Committed To Reducing Carbon Emissions’
Speaking about teaming up with Circle K, the chief executive of Iarnród Éireann Jim Meade said, “Iarnród Éireann is delighted to partner with Circle K during Renewable Fuels week.
“Circle K is our road vehicle fleet fuel supplier and we welcome forecourt availability of renewable fuels.
“Iarnród Éireann is committed to reducing our carbon emissions by 51% by 2030 with HVO a very beneficial transition fuel source as we work to achieve this goal.
“Since 2023, we have transitioned our maintenance trains to HVO fuel and we are completing HVO trials on our passenger and freight rolling stock, with a view to incorporating HVO into our fuel mix.
“We are also aiming to fuel our road fleet with HVO and this is becoming increasingly easier with a greater number of Circle K forecourts with HVO pumps.”
‘More Accessible’
The managing director Circle K Ireland Ciara Foxton said, “We are excited to offer Circle K Renewable Fuels Week to support our customers.
“This special promotion underscores our commitment to sustainability and helping businesses to make environmentally responsible choices without additional cost.
“With our extensive network, and this limited-time price match offer, we are making it more accessible for businesses to make the switch to renewable fuels to support their own sustainability journeys.
“Since November 2022, our entire fleet has been running on HVO, resulting in the saving of approximately 14,0000 tonnes of CO2.
“The reduction is equivalent to taking 5,0000 cars off the road for a year.
“During Renewable Fuels Week, kicking off 15 July, we estimate an additional 500 tonnes of CO2 will be saved during the campaign week alone, representing a significant step in our journey to create a more sustainable environment.”
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