October 31, 2024
"By switching from fossil diesel to HVO100, customers can reduce CO2e emissions in operations by up to 450 tons per year, using a Minetruck MT42 S as an example . We are very proud to offer this alternative energy source to support our customers in the transformation towards more sustainable mining operations."
HVO100 (Hydrotreated Vegetable Oil) can serve as a direct replacement for fossil diesel or be used in a blended form. When used in diesel engines, this renewable fuel can reduce CO2e emissions by up to 90%1 compared to conventional fossil diesel, depending on operating conditions and production methods.
“Epiroc has ambitious sustainability targets for 2030, and we continuously strive to improve our offering by finding more sustainable customer solutions. The ability to use HVO100 in our underground rigs, loaders and trucks is an important step towards meeting these targets and helping our customers lower their environmental footprint”, says Ulrika Ford, Global Sustainability Manager, Epiroc Underground division.
Moving from fossil diesel to HVO100 does not require any changes to service, installation, or infrastructure, as it works similarly to mineral diesel, which makes the transition to HVO100 a smooth and practical alternative solution.
HVO100 can be used in all underground drill rigs, mine trucks and loaders produced from December 2022. For compatibility with earlier models, and for machines already in the field, customers are encouraged to contact their local Customer Center representative.
Epiroc is committed to halving CO2e emissions in our own operations. For example, in the product company in Örebro, Sweden, fossil diesel utilization is being phased out and all machines are now fuelled up with HVO100 instead.
In November 2023, Epiroc announced HVO100 compatibility also for surface drill rigs.
1 Source: What is Neste MY Renewable Diesel? | Neste
This press release was revised and updated on November 22, 2024.
For further information, please contact:
Global Manager Brand and Communications,
Epiroc Underground division
Phone: +46 (0) 721 838 434
Global Sustainability Manager,
Epiroc Underground division
Phone: +46 (0)721 427 727
Mail: ulrika.ford@epiroc.com
