Shell Renewable Diesel

Up to 90% less CO₂e¹ emissions compared to EN590 B0 diesel² on a life cycle basis³.

About Shell Renewable Diesel

100% renewable bio-components

Shell Renewable Diesel (SRD) is commonly referred to Renewable Diesel (RD), Green Diesel, Hydrogenated Vegetable Oil (HVO), or Hydrotreated Esters and Fatty Acids (HEFA)
Shell Renewable Diesel is considered a renewable energy source, made with 100% renewable bio-components such as used cooking oil, animal fats, crop-based or other wastes through hydrogenation (treatment with hydrogen)

Up to 90% less CO₂e¹ emissions compared to EN590 B0 diesel² on a life cycle basis³

Shell Renewable Diesel offers up to 90% less CO₂e¹ emissions compared to EN590 B0 diesel² on a life cycle basis³.
Shell Renewable Diesel has a lower well-to-wheel Carbon Intensity (CI) than B0 diesel
The greenhouse gas saving depends on the feedstock that is used for production

Example of a short-term carbon cycle

Example of a long-term carbon cycle

Difference between Renewable Diesel and Biodiesel

	Renewable Diesel	Biodiesel
Source	Feedstocks are similar/the same such as used cooking oils, crop-based, animal fats and other wastes	Feedstocks are similar/the same such as used cooking oils, crop-based, animal fats and other wastes
Production process	Hydrogenation	Esterification
Blending ratio restriction	Can be blended in any ratio, or used as the pure fuel	Must be blended with traditional fossil fuels (diesel or gasoline) before they can be used in vehicles available today X = the maximum percentage of blended into fossil diesel For example, B5 has a blend of 5%

Key features and benefits

Drop-in Fuel⁴

Shell Renewable Diesel can be used as a direct replacement for B0 diesel fuels without the need for modifications to engines approved to use EN 15940 fuel. (check vehicle handbook/ diesel fuel cap)

Lower Engine Noise⁷

Shell Renewable Diesel can reduce noise levels in some engines compared to EN590 B0 diesel due to more uniform combustion.

Improved Fuel Storage Performance

Shell Renewable Diesel can help to reduce the risk of microbial growth.⁹

Cleaner Combustion⁵

It is a cleaner combustion fuel reducing air pollutants in the exhaust gas of diesel engine due to reduced emissions of regulated pollutants nitrogen oxides (NOx), particulate matter (PM), carbon monoxide (CO), and unburnt hydrocarbons (HC).⁶

Cold Start: Excellent Low Temperature Combustion Performance⁸

The high cetane number of Shell Renewable Diesel allows for an easier start-up of diesel engine at low temperatures compared to B0 diesel. This is particularly important in cold climate conditions or starting the engine in the morning after a cold winter night.

Shell Renewable Diesel Blend R33

Shell Renewable Diesel Blend R33 is a new, high-quality diesel that contains up to 33% Renewable Content (7% FAME and26% HVO) and meets Europe’s EN 590 standard for diesel fuel.

It is a normal diesel fuel that is compatible with traditional drive trains and existing refueling infrastructure, while also helping automotive companies to lower their emissions and meet their sustainability targets.

Benefits of using Shell Renewable Diesel Blend R33

Up to 30% less CO₂e¹³ emissions compared to EN590 B0 diesel² on a life cycle basis³.

Available for road transport.

Why Choose Renewable Diesel supplied by Shell?

Skilled technical teams support worldwide

Shell has skilled technical teams worldwide as well as strong relationships with engine manufacturers
Shell actively manages and measures product quality through a globally consistent set of standards and policies and applies a rigorous program of quality testing throughout our supply chain
Shell has our own biofuels research teams, which work in collaboration with leading biotechnology companies and academic institutions

Questions & Answers

1. Does Shell Renewable Diesel have a negative impact on my vehicle’s operability?

Shell Renewable Diesel is a drop in fuel that can be used as a direct replacement for EN 590 diesel fuel if blended. However, customers need to verify that the engine is approved for EN15940 fuels to avoid invalidating engine warranties, but also to check with OEM/manufacturer before use.

2. Can vehicles that run on Shell GTL Fuel also run-on Shell Renewable Diesel?

As both fuels are covered in Europe by the same standard EN 15940, Shell Renewable Diesel can be used as a direct replacement for Shell GTL Fuel, without any need for engine modifications. It is important that the vehicle/engine has been approved for EN 15940 fuels by the manufacturer (OEM)¹⁰.

3. Will it be possible to purchase Shell Renewable Diesel from other retail brands?

Initially the Shell Renewable Diesel launch will only consider Shell sites. In the future it might be considered to extend to third party networks.

4. Is Shell Renewable Diesel available in other countries?

Yes, Shell Renewable Diesel is already available in California, Sweden, Netherlands, Belgium, UK, Germany, France, Norway and Italy.

Disclaimers

¹Between 80%-90% CO₂e. CO₂e (carbon dioxide equivalent) includes CO₂, CH₄, N₂O emissions.

²The reduced CO₂e emissions are calculated by comparing to a GHG baseline intensity of 92 g CO₂e/MJ on a Well-to-Wheel basis, representative of a EN590 B0 diesel. The carbon intensity of the EN590 B0 diesel is calculated by Shell using emission factors from the JEC Well-to-Tank report v5 and Shell internal studies. (Link: European Commission, Joint Research Centre, 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

³ The life-cycle assessment of a product's CO₂e emissions includes emissions associated with feedstock production, feedstock transport, fuel production, fuel transportation and distribution, and combustion.

⁴When switching from diesel. Based on Shell’s operability studies and market experience to date. Vehicle handbook and/or label at the fuel tank socket must be checked for OEM approval. Not applicable for passenger cars.

⁵The full life-cycle assessment of a product’s green house gas emissions includes emissions associated with feedstock production, feedstock transport, fuel production, fuel transportation and distribution as well as end use and/or combustion.

⁶Actual effects and benefits may vary according to vehicle type, vehicle condition and driving style. Compared to EN590 B0 diesel. Not applicable for passenger cars. The tailpipe out emission benefit can be limited for vehicles with advanced exhaust aftertreatment systems.

⁷Actual effects and benefits may vary according to vehicle type, vehicle condition and driving style. Compared to EN590 B0 diesel. Not applicable for passenger cars.

⁸Amount of improvement depends on engine type and ambient conditions. Compared to B0 diesel. Not applicable for passenger cars.

⁹Applied to 100% HEFA only without any FAME blended in. Compared to B5 diesel.

¹⁰Before switching fuels, the vehicle or equipment operator should refer to the vehicle handbook and/or label at the fuel tank socket for OEM approval.

¹¹ According to misbalanced PoS/certified feedstock. Shell Renewable Diesel R33 is composed of a blend of fossil diesel and renewable components. The renewable share is derived from allocated waste or residue non-food and non-feed biofuel feedstocks compliant with the RED II directive including but not limited to feedstocks listed under the Annex IX-A and IX-B [Link

¹² Shell Renewable Diesel R33 is a new, high-quality diesel that contains up to 33% of renewable content and meets EN590 standard for diesel fuel.

¹³ Between 27%-30% CO₂e. CO₂e (carbon dioxide equivalent) includes CO₂, CH₄, N₂O emissions.