Renewable diesel bus trial launched in Japan

In Japan, Idemitsu Kosan Co., Ltd. Meitetsu Bus Co., Ltd. and Meitetsu Area Partners Co., Ltd. will begin a public road demonstration using Idemitsu Renewable Diesel, a biofuel that has a CO2 reduction rate of 80% or more and a CO2 reduction rate of 100% associated with the combustion of diesel, as an alternative to diesel fuel. From April 1, 2025, “IRD” will be used on short-distance express buses operated by Meitetsu Bus Tsushima Office, and passengers will be on board. This will be the first time that renewable diesel will be used on public roads in passenger buses in the Tokai region, and through this demonstration project, the three companies aim to realize and expand environmentally friendly transportation.