New Study from the Institute of Atmospheric Pollution (CNR) reveals the environmental impacts of compressed biomethane for the decarbonisation of the sector

A recent study from the Institute of Atmospheric Pollution of the Italian National Research Council (CNR) highlights the environmental impacts of using Compressed biomethane from organic waste versus traditional fuels. In order to achieve a real-world comparison, the vehicles were used for waste collection in urban areas. 

The research measured the contribution of CO2 capture in the production chain and the contribution of the energy mix used to power the various industrial processes.  The study discovered that the use of biomethane can reduce greenhouse gases by up to 96% while also reducing nitrogen oxide production by up to 72% compared to traditional diesel fuel. These results show the impact that biomethane can have on fleet decarbonisation and potentially the future of carbon neutrality in the transport industry. 

Giandomenico Fioretti, Head of Alternative Propulsion Business Development, IVECO, said: “We are honoured to support research into sustainable technologies that are truly able to help us achieve decarbonisation in an effective and productive way. At IVECO, we have always believed in the benefits of biomethane, a technologically mature resource for our entire range and multiple missions of our clients. The study led by the CNR further confirms that the use of bio-CNG is an environmentally sustainable solution and can generate a highly desirable circular economy, extracting value from waste and organic matter to provide fuel for waste collection itself, without compromising the vehicles’ mission capabilities.”

The IVECO Natural Gas range offers direct alternatives to the entire IVECO commercial range from 3,500kg to 40,000kg. The vehicles feature gas-powered engines which can be powered by Liquid Natural Gas (LNG) or Compressed Natural Gas (CNG). These gas-powered engines help provide the same driving experience as their diesel counterpart whilst drastically reducing emissions without any compromise. The new Natural Gas range also drastically reduces noise pollution making it ideal for urban environments and late-night driving.

To read more about IVECO’s Natural Gas range call your local dealership or visit: https://www.nor-com.co.uk/natural-gas-trucks/