The brand-new vehicles are powered by compressed biomethane gas, produced from organic waste manufactured at a landfill site in Surrey, and will be supported by a newly upgraded refuelling station at Camden Transport Service, in King’s Cross.

“I am delighted to launch this innovative fleet. It is incredible to think that just one tonne of this special fuel can power a 44-tonne heavy goods vehicle for an entire week,” said Councillor Angela Mason, Cabinet Member for Sustainability, Camden Council, as this is another London’s goal to encourage wider use of renewable fuels that will help to reduce CO2 emissions, improve fuel efficiency and save money.

In turn, David Rowe, Head of Borough Projects and Programmes at Transport for London (TfL), added: “With our new greener fleet, we will help to reduce air pollution and decrease the need for fossil fuels. This not only saves money for the council but will also greatly improve air quality, tackle climate change and enhance the borough’s environment.”

Source: Camden Council