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title: How is The RAF Shifting to Renewable Fuel for Defence?
description: RAF and Dorset Council trials show HVO cuts emissions by 90%, offering a drop-in diesel alternative without costly infrastructure upgrades.
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# [How is The RAF Shifting to Renewable Fuel for Defence?](https://www.cfp.energy/en/insights/how-is-the-raf-shifting-to-renewable-fuel)

 Written by [CFP Energy](https://www.cfp.energy/en/insights/author/cfp-energy) | 25 July 2025

Sustainability Mag - RAF and Dorset Council trials show HVO cuts emissions by 90%, offering a drop-in, low-carbon diesel alternative without the need for infrastructure upgrade. 

With up to 90% carbon savings and no need for infrastructure upgrades, Hydrotreated Vegetable Oil (HVO) is quickly gaining traction as a critical tool for decarbonising high emission sectors.

[Read more...](https://sustainabilitymag.com/articles/how-is-the-raf-shifting-to-renewable-fuel-for-defence)

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