Green fuel from waste – call for evidence13 December 2013

The government is seeking views on low-carbon fuels for transport, launching a consultation on products such as biofuels, hydrogen and synthetic fuels.

Turning yoghurt pots into diesel and making jet fuel out of household waste are two of the ideas in the spotlight, as part of the government's call for evidence on advanced fuels.

Transport minister Susan Kramer made the announcement yesterday (12 December) during a visit to Oxfordshire-based Future Blends, a start-up business which is developing technology to turn agricultural and forestry waste into transport fuel.

"Over a fifth of UK carbon emissions come from transport. That's why it's crucial we develop sustainable low-carbon fuels so that we can keep Britain moving while meeting our emissions targets," said the minister.

"We are asking for evidence on what this high-tech sector can do to decarbonise transport and create new, green jobs."

Earlier this year the government announced a £25m competition to develop a demonstration plant to produce advanced transport fuels.

The Department for Transport is now looking for evidence on how to build on this and develop the sector further.

It is seeking views on what technologies exist, what benefits they could bring and what role, if any, government should have in their development.

The consultation closes on 21 February: click on the link below for more information.

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