Biofuel targets to clean up UK transport

1st May 2018


The use of renewable fuels in Britain’s transport sector will double over the next 15 years as a result of tough biofuel targets that came into effect last month.

The UK government said owners of transport fuel that supply at least 450,000 litres a year must ensure the mix is a minimum of 12.4% biofuel by 2032, up from the 4.75% required today. It is hoped the

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