Key Takeaway
HVO, derived from waste fats and oils, offers up to a 90% reduction in lifecycle CO₂ emissions compared to diesel. It is compatible with existing diesel generator infrastructure, facilitating an easy transition for data centers without significant costs. This aligns with Singapore’s Green Data Centre Roadmap aimed at sustainable energy practices. Rolls-Royce and Microsoft emphasize the need for standard harmonization, regulatory efficiency, cost competitiveness, and strong supply chain partnerships to enhance HVO adoption. They believe Singapore is well-positioned to lead in HVO implementation with the right policies and infrastructure in place.
HVO as an Immediate Solution
HVO, sourced from waste and residual fats and oils, offers up to a 90% reduction in lifecycle CO₂ emissions compared to conventional diesel fuels.
This fuel is compatible with existing diesel generator infrastructure, needing only approval for HVO use, which facilitates a smooth transition for data centres without significant infrastructure costs.
This approach aligns with Singapore’s Green Data Centre Roadmap (GDCR), which sets forth the nation’s objectives for sustainable growth in its energy-intensive data sector.
For operators, HVO presents an immediate solution to reduce emissions from standby power generation.
Creating the Right Conditions
Rolls-Royce and Microsoft emphasize the necessity of standard harmonization, regulatory efficiency, cost competitiveness, and strengthened supply chain partnerships to enhance HVO’s adoption in Singapore.
These factors are essential for realizing HVO’s full market potential.
“We believe that Singapore is well-positioned to lead the adoption of HVO with the right policy framework, infrastructure, and support,” states Tobias Ostermaier, President of Stationary Power Solutions at Rolls-Royce Power Systems.
