The move is expected to cut carbon emissions from the council’s fleet of waste collection vehicles by 90%, which would equate to around 300 tonnes of carbon saved over a year.

Cllr Johnny Thalassites, lead member for net zero at Kensington and Chelsea Council said: ‘Achieving net zero is increasingly difficult for councils who are rightly prioritising keeping essential services running for residents.

‘By trialling hydrotreated vegetable oil in place of a polluting fuel like diesel, we are innovating without compromising service. Residents are still getting their bins collected twice a week, and it’s not costing more either – win win.’

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