ExxonMobil launches the first renewable diesel for public road use in Hong Kong

Hong Kong: August 8, 2024 – ExxonMobil Hong Kong Limited (EMHK) announced that it has become the first supplier of renewable diesel for public road use in Hong Kong. The launch of Esso Renewable Diesel R20 at the Esso Tsing Yi South service station marks a milestone in providing customers with an accessible and immediate solution for reducing their greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions.

Esso Renewable Diesel R20 is a high-quality renewable diesel with an estimated 15.4%¹ lower lifecycle GHG emissions compared to conventional diesel. Made with minimum 20% renewable content, Esso Renewable Diesel R20 is suitable for immediate use with all existing diesel engines, delivering great protection and cleaning power with the proprietary Esso Synergy™ additive. It is currently available at the Esso Tsing Yi South service station and through bulk delivery to commercial customers.

Mabel Leung, ExxonMobil Asia Pacific Fuels Sales Director said, “We are excited to introduce Esso Renewable Diesel R20 to Hong Kong. We are proud to be the pioneering supplier in Hong Kong, offering diesel customers a drop-in replacement fuel for public road use that can be used immediately with all existing diesel engines without requiring any modifications. This initiative demonstrates our commitment to providing lower-GHG emission solutions for the transportation sector in Hong Kong.”

Tony Kwok, ExxonMobil Hong Kong & Macau Fuels Sales Director stated, “We urge the government and the commercial vehicle community to consider lower-GHG emission fuels, such as renewable diesel, as a way to reduce their greenhouse gas emissions with minimal change to their current diesel vehicle operation.”

¹ _{As compared to conventional diesel. For additional details of the calculation, please visit www.esso.com.hk and refer to Esso Renewable Diesel R20 section FAQ 3. Actual results may vary.}