High-quality paraffinic fuel for a cleaner future
Shell Renewable Diesel (HVO/HEFA) is a drop-in fuel based on residual and waste materials such as vegetable oils or animal fats. This makes the fuel versatile and can be used in diesel engines without conversion.1
Lower CO₂ emissions thanks to renewable raw materials
Shell Renewable Diesel is a paraffinic diesel fuel (HVO / HEFA) made from hydrogenated oils and fats (waste and residual materials). In the engine, it works like a conventional diesel and is ready for immediate use. No investment in existing fleets or infrastructure is necessary1. Its use reduces greenhouse gas emissions (CO2e) by up to 90% compared to conventional diesel fuel2.
Drop-in Kraftstoff
As a paraffinic diesel, the fuel is suitable for a wide range of applications and can be used easily in existing fleets with both new and older diesel vehicles. No investment in the existing infrastructure is required.1.
Weniger CO₂e-Emissionen
Using Shell Renewable Diesel reduces greenhouse gas emissions (CO₂e) by up to 90% compared to conventional diesel fuel.2.
Bessere Lagerstabilität
Shell Renewable Diesel contains no biodiesel (FAME) and has better storage stability.4.
Weniger Motorengeräusche
Shell Renewable Diesel can help reduce engine noise.5
Besseres Kaltstartverhalten
Shell Renewable Diesel offers better cold start performance thanks to a higher cetane number (>70)6.
Weniger Rußablagerungen
Shell Renewable Diesel can lead to fewer soot deposits in particulate filters, meaning the regeneration process may occur less frequently.7
How does Shell Renewable Diesel differ from conventional diesel?
Shell Renewable Diesel consists of 100% kerosenes and is practically free of sulphur and aromatics and virtually odorless. It is also easily biodegradable and has a lower water hazard class (WGK1) than conventional diesel. Thanks to a higher cetane number, Shell Renewable Diesel burns cleaner and has better cold start behavior.
FAQ about Shell Renewable Diesel
Shell Renewable Diesel meets the requirements of the fuel standard DIN EN 15940 for paraffinic fuels and can be used in new and older diesel vehicles without any problems. However, before using Shell Renewable Diesel, it is advisable to obtain or have confirmed approval from the manufacturer for the use of paraffinic fuels in accordance with DIN EN 15940 in order to ensure that any warranty claims against the manufacturer are maintained.
Renewable diesel, HVO (Hydrotreated Vegetable Oil) and HEFA (Hydroprocessed Esters and Fatty Acids) are often used interchangeably. HVO and HEFA are terms that describe the technology used to process vegetable oils, animal fats and waste feedstocks into a renewable diesel product. Shell Renewable Diesel is the Shell brand name for an HVO or HEFA product.
1 Based on Shell operability studies conducted to date. It is advisable to obtain or confirm approval from the manufacturer before using Shell Renewable Diesel.
2Reduction of greenhouse gas emissions of 80 - 90 % over the product life cycle compared to a conventional diesel fuel with bio-content (B7 according to DIN or ÖNORM EN 590) with a greenhouse gas baseline value of 90 g CO₂e/MJ. Greenhouse gas emissions (which are assessed as CO₂e) in this context include CO₂, CH₄ and N₂O. The reduced CO₂e emissions are calculated by comparing them to a baseline greenhouse gas intensity of 90 gCO₂e/MJ over the product life cycle, which is representative for a B7 diesel on the European Union market. The carbon intensity of the B7 diesel is calculated by Shell using emission factors from the JEC Well-to-Tank report v5. (Link: European Commission, Joint Research Center, Prussi, M., Yugo, M., De Prada, L., et al, JEC well-to-tank report V5: JEC well-to-wheels analysis: well-to-wheels analysis of future automotive fuels and powertrains in the European context, Publications Office, 2020, https://data.europa.eu/doi/10.2760/959137). The market-representative baseline for diesel is calculated by Shell using emission factors issued by the relevant government or regulatory authorities and externally recognized life cycle assessment (LCA) models and databases; and internal Shell studies, which include calculations to estimate the biofuel content of Shell-branded fuels and may change from time to time. The full product life cycle assessment includes emissions associated with feedstock production, transportation of feedstock, fuel production, transportation and distribution of fuels, and end use and/or combustion.
3 Compared to a conventional diesel fuel with bio content (B7 according to DIN EN 590)
4 Due to a lower risk of microbial growth.
5 Actual effects and benefits may vary depending on vehicle type, condition and driving style
6 The extent of the improvement depends on engine type, vehicle condition and environmental conditions
7 Based on Shell operability studies conducted to date. Applicable to vehicles equipped with a particulate filter. Actual effects and benefits may vary depending on vehicle type, vehicle condition and driving style.