DCC : Certas Energy to roll out HVO renewable diesel across its UK network

11 August 2022

DCC initiative is first of its kind: offering HVO fuel at HGV refuelling sites

DCC plc, the leading international sales, marketing and support services group, has today announced its UK roll out of renewable diesel from Hydrotreated Vegetable Oil (HVO) as a refuelling solution for its customers. The initiative forms part of DCC's Leading With Energy strategy and will see Certas Energy become the first company in the UK to offer HVO fuel to heavy goods vehicle (HGV) fuel card users at the pump.

Certas Energy has been adopting HVO renewable diesel across its own delivery fleet. Following a successful trial at two depots, which saw almost 1,000 tonnes of carbon emissions cut from operations in just one year, Certas Energy is accelerating the use of HVO across its 900-strong fleet.

HVO is a drop-in renewable diesel that offers a cleaner way to fuel commercial on and off-road fleets that would traditionally use red or white diesel, with no engine modifications required. It supports customers in powering their operations more sustainably and provides an opportunity for diesel-dependent businesses to instantly cut up to 90%¹ of their greenhouse gas emissions.

The roll-out of HVO across Certas Energy's extensive network underpins DCC's commitment to supporting UK businesses on their transition to net zero.

Eddie O'Brien, interim CEO of DCC Energysaid:

"This is another key development for DCC plc and our energy solutions business, Certas Energy, to be the first company to bring HVO, a renewable diesel alternative, to our customers at HGV refuelling sites across the UK. It is a drop-in, clean alternative for traditional red or white diesel users and will support UK businesses on their own journey to net zero.

"At DCC plc, we're committed to providing innovative solutions to address climate change. We outlined our new Leading With Energy strategy in May, when we increased our commitments to climate change and energy transition. We announced new Scope 1 and Scope 2 targets having met our previous interim targets early. And we outlined our Scope 3 target to reduce our customer emissions to net zero by 2050, or sooner."

Niki Holt, Head of Commercial at Certas Energy, added:

"Our nationwide HVO offering marks a milestone for our company and, more importantly, our customers. The renewable diesel alternative provides an immediate and simple carbon reduction benefit for businesses working towards cleaner operations - it's simply drop in and go.

"This seamless fuel change means diesel-dependent industries can make a smooth, frictionless transition and realise significant sustainability benefits, without delay or disruption. We are proud to be leading with energy by offering a viable route for businesses looking to lower their carbon footprint, today."

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¹Figures calculated using the latest DEFRA conversion factors

About DCC plc

DCC is a leading international sales, marketing and support services group with a clear focus on sustainable growth. DCC is an ambitious and entrepreneurial business operating in 21 countries, supplying products and services used by millions of people every day. Building strong routes to market, driving for results, focusing on cash conversion and generating superior sustainable returns on capital employed enable the Group to reinvest in its business, creating value for its stakeholders.

Headquartered in Dublin, the Group operates across three sectors: energy, healthcare and technology, employing over 15,400 people. DCC plc is listed on the London Stock Exchange and is a constituent of the FTSE 100. In its financial year ended 31 March 2022, DCC generated revenue of £17.7 billion and adjusted operating profit of £589.2 million.

DCC has an excellent record, delivering compound annual growth of 14% in adjusted operating profit and generating an average return on capital employed of approximately 19% over 28 years as a public company.

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About Certas Energy 

Certas Energy is the largest distributor of fuel, lubricants and related services in the UK - with a national network of over 130 depots, more than 900 tankers, over 80 retail forecourts and HGV refuelling sites and fuel cards usable at over 3,000 sites.  Our cross-sector expertise, extensive supply network and commitment to safety and sustainability keeps our customers moving - all year round. Certas Energy has the robust infrastructure supported by ca 2,300 employees, to consistently and dependably deliver billions of litres of high-quality fuel and lubricants to homes and businesses all over the UK each year. 

With a diversified and growing range of innovative energy solutions, Certas Energy works closely with its customers to optimise their operations as well as supporting their transition journeys to net zero carbon. We help our customers reduce emissions through energy consultancy solutions, alternative fuel options, as well as help improve fuel management with telemetry and telematics and reduce costs through total cost of ownership projects. We specialise in keeping large vehicle fleets on the move through a national network of HGV refuelling sites, and improved fleet management with fuel cards, cash-free payments and secure HGV parking and driver facilities. 

www.certasenergy.co.uk

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