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Sustainable fuels
The use of sustainable, alternative fuels in the European transport- and logistics sector is a hot topic. Companies are interested and willing to start their energy transition, however, the practical possibility to switch to a different kind of fuel isn’t there yet. Why? Because the network of fuelling stations is only slowing moving towards offering alternative fuels. At Shell TapUp we strongly feel this needs to change!
Shell TapUp has one mission: to accelerate the energy transition by making these alternative fuels more available. We fuel vehicles on location, which makes it easier for companies to switch fuels. Even more so, because their own drivers don’t have to take time out of their schedule to fuel anymore. This creates the business case to actually switch to an alternative fuel without having to invest. Win-win if you ask us.
Of course, we understand that not every vehicle in your fleet will be able to switch to an alternative. That’s why we still offer a wide range of fuels. This way, we can accommodate your fleet with whatever energy it might need, today and tomorrow.
Shell FuelSave Diesel
B7
Shell GTL Fuel
Lean and Green solution
HVO45, HVO100
Advanced biofuels
AdBlue ®
Treat fumes
Which sustainable fuel follows?
Advanced biofuels
from residual flows
Electricity
from solar and wind
Hydrogyn
from water
At this time, we have identified three groups that can serve as an alternative for diesel: advanced biofuels, electricity and hydrogen. Shell TapUp has now taken the very first step, supplying advanced biofuels!
1. Advanced biofuels
Biofuels (hydrotreated vegetable oil) are made from residual flows, such as used cooking oil, and can be used to drive vehicles. For Shell TapUp, it was a logical first step to add an advanced biofuel to the range in addition to the fuels already available. The effect of these fuels is a reduction of CO₂.
2. Electricity
Electricity is actually not a fuel, but energy stored in batteries. This energy can be induced in different ways, from a coal-fired power station to solar, wind and hydro. These last examples are what we call green. An electric vehicle doesn’t produce CO₂ emission while using the vehicle, however, the way the electricity was produced can make quite the difference. At this point in time, Shell TapUp is not able to charge electric vehicles on demand. It will definitely be looked at though!
3. Hydrogen
Hydrogen will most likely play a much larger role in transportation in the coming years. Hydrogen is actually a carrier of energy, which also means that the well-to-wheel CO₂ emissions depend on the way the hydrogen is produced. Most hydrogen is currently produced from non-renewable sources such as coal, but in the future, this will change. The biggest advantage of hydrogen is the fact that it’s made from water, which is inexhaustible.
Shell is involved in research- and demonstration projects and has already opened several commercial hydrogen stations. It would be wonderful to transport hydrogen with Shell TapUp!
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