The subsidiary completed the first import of this type of fuel, made from hydrotreated vegetable oil (HVO), which is obtained from natural and renewable sources, such as vegetable oils and animal fats, among others. It emits up to 95% less carbon footprint compared to fossil diesel.

With this step, the subsidiary contributes to the national goal of reducing CO2 emissions to less than 95 million tons by 2030 and achieving carbon neutrality by 2050.

The company’s CEO, Arturo Natho, emphasized that “the introduction of renewable diesel in Chile will complement the country’s energy matrix and will be an alternative for those industries with a high level of energy consumption and which must reduce their carbon footprint.”

The executive added that “at Copec we will continue to promote cleaner and more sustainable energy alternatives, supporting both our customers and the country in the goal of reducing carbon emissions and fighting climate change, hand in hand with innovation.”

This first import of HVO will be destined for Copec’s primary fleet of trucks that distribute fuels in the Metropolitan Region.