Aldi has transitioned its owned lorry fleet in Cardiff to operate on hydrotreated vegetable oil (HVO) fuels.

The move is taking place on all 73 of its HGVs based at its Cardiff distribution centre, with similar numbers converted in two other regions. Together, the move is expected to reduce the supermarket’s carbon footprint by approximately 15,432 tonnes of CO2e per year.

HVO is a diesel alternative that significantly lowers greenhouse gas emissions compared to conventional diesel.

If implemented across Aldi’s entire UK fleet of more than 550 HGVs, the change could eliminate an estimated 55,130 tonnes of CO2e per year.

Liz Fox, National Sustainability Director at Aldi, said: “Switching to HVO fuels on our lorry fleet aligns with our long-term sustainability goals and reflects our commitment to reducing our carbon emissions.

“We are always looking for ways to continue our efforts to drive positive change across the business and this move in particular is a significant milestone for Aldi.”