Friday, March 25, 2011

Leeds council to run biomethane fuel station

The biomethane stationLeeds council is set to become one of the first local authorities to have its own permanent biomethane fuel station.

The £150,000 station will serve the city's two biomethane gas-powered rubbish trucks, providing fuel storage and easier refilling at the pumps.



Biomethane is a natural gas produced by breaking down organic materials like food waste and manure.
According to the council, its use offers significant cost savings as well as environmental benefits.

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