Reduce CO2 emission as a landscaper with HVO100

Yes, HVO100 from reputable European producers is certified for sustainability by trusted organisations like ISCC and SGS. These certifications ensure it’s made from waste materials and meets strict environmental standards. The entire emission journey, from sourcing to delivery to the engine, is traceable.

Not all HVO100 is created equal, but Ferris makes sure to support only sustainable options. We back palm oil-free HVO100, made from waste oils and residues, so you can feel good knowing it doesn’t harm forests or compete with food crops. Trusted producers, like Neste, are certified by organisations like ISCC, so their fuel is fully traceable and eco-friendly.

HVO100 meets some of the most stringent European fuel standards, ensuring its quality, sustainability, and compatibility.

It conforms to EN 15940*, the European standard for paraffinic diesel fuels, as well as EN 590, the widely recognised European diesel specification. These standards guarantee that HVO100 is a high-quality drop-in alternative to traditional diesel.

It also complies with the EU Fuel Quality Directive 98/70/EC, which enforces strict environmental and fuel quality regulations across Europe. But it’s not just Europe that has recognised the benefits of HVO100, this fuel also aligns with the U.S. diesel standard ASTM D975.

Not necessarily. While all HVO100 fuels meet the EN 15940 standard, emissions reductions can vary depending on the feedstock used by different producers. Leading producers, such as Neste, offer HVO100 that achieves up to 90% CO₂ reduction, whereas other formulations may have a lower impact. It's important to source certified, high-quality HVO100 to ensure you get the maximum environmental benefits.

At the point of combustion, HVO100 emits a similar amount of CO₂ per litre as fossil diesel because both fuels consist of hydrocarbons. However, the key difference lies in where that CO₂ comes from.

No, using HVO100 will not affect your Ferris mower's warranty. The Zero Turn diesel mowers from Ferris are officially approved to run on HVO100 without any modifications.

Both Yanmar and Caterpillar, the engine manufacturers for Ferris diesel mowers, fully approve the use of HVO100 in their engines. They continue to honour the full engine warranty when you choose to use HVO100 and fully support its application in their engines.

This means that you can switch to this renewable fuel confidently, knowing it has no impact on the warranty or performance standards.

Yes, HVO100 burns cleaner than traditional diesel, which can reduce carbon build-up in the engine. This helps extend engine life and may lower maintenance needs over time.

Switching to HVO100 requires no upfront investment. It works seamlessly in a standard Ferris diesel mower without modifications. This means you can start reducing emissions immediately, without the need for costly equipment upgrades or infrastructure changes.

So, while HVO100 may be slightly more expensive than standard diesel, depending on your location, it delivers long-term benefits that can offset this cost difference. Cleaner combustion leads to reduced maintenance, longer engine life, and significant environmental benefits. Many operators find that these advantages make HVO100 a worthwhile investment in sustainability.

Yes you can! Book a demo and experience the future of sustainable mowing first-hand. Discover how easy it is to transition to a renewable fuel that delivers the same power and performance you expect from Ferris mowers but with a fraction of the carbon footprint.

Our team is here to show you the future of environmentally friendly landscaping and answer any questions you have along the way.

Yes! At Ferris, we are committed to providing sustainable solutions for today and the future.

We understand the increasing pressure our customers face, particularly from tenders, to lower emissions. HVO100 provides a seamless, eco-friendly solution for businesses that need reliable, high-performance machines right now.

As a drop-in fuel, it works seamlessly in diesel-powered Ferris mowers, cutting CO₂ emissions without compromising performance or requiring new equipment. Made from renewable waste oils and residues, HVO100 helps businesses meet sustainability goals without disrupting operations or making current equipment obsolete.

But we’re also looking ahead. We continue to develop new technologies and mowers that meet both our high performance standards, evolving environmental demands and our customers’ business needs.

Most standard diesel CO₂ figures only account for emissions at the point of combustion (2.606 kg CO₂ per litre). However, this doesn’t include the emissions from extraction, refining, and transportation of diesel, which add an additional 640 g CO₂ per litre.

To fairly compare HVO100 and diesel, you need to use the well-to-wheel emissions, which take the entire fuel lifecycle into account. That’s why HVO100 achieves up to 90% CO₂ reduction, even though it emits similar CO₂ levels at combustion.

While electric mowers produce zero emissions during use, their overall environmental impact varies depending on the energy grid, which can still rely on fossil fuels like coal in some regions. Additionally, battery production requires rare metals, which come with their own environmental costs.

HVO100 provides a sustainable solution that allows existing diesel mowers to remain in use, delivering up to a 90% reduction in greenhouse gas emissions across its lifecycle; from production to delivery. This means you can retain the power and reliability of a diesel engine, with the added benefit of reduced emissions and no downtime for charging.

HVO100 lets you start reducing emissions right away, meeting the immediate demands of tenders and aligning with your high performance standards. It’s a practical solution for businesses that need reliable, high-performance landscaping equipment, like a Ferris Zero Turn mower, without waiting for battery technology and infrastructure to catch up.