Liverpool City Council is set to put a new fleet decarbonisation policy before Cabinet, outlining a pathway to significantly cut emissions from its 568-vehicle fleet.
Under the proposals, vehicles reaching the end of their operational life will be switched to electric where possible. Where EVs are not a viable option, the council will explore the use of Hydrogenated Vegetable Oil (HVO), which can be used in any diesel vehicle without modification.
Research by the Department for Energy Security and Net Zero suggests HVO could reduce CO2 emissions by up to 98% compared to conventional diesel, according to the local authority.
The council’s fleet currently contributes around 3,395 tonnes of CO2 annually — approximately 16% of its total emissions — and the policy forms a key part of its ambition to reach net zero by 2030.
Cllr Liam Robinson, leader of Liverpool City Council, said: ‘This policy is a major step forward in reducing the Council’s carbon footprint and improving the air quality in our city.
‘This is about leading by example and showing that practical, affordable changes can help us reach our net‑zero ambitions while delivering cleaner, healthier neighbourhoods for everyone in Liverpool.’
Photo: © Liverpool City Council
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