Altens Launches a New, More Environmentally Friendly B100

(Altens (Google Translation)) Altens, a leading player in the decarbonization of transport, is strengthening its activity in biofuels with the launch of the low-carbon PUR100. This alternative fuel, produced from French rapeseed, has a greater power to reduce greenhouse gases than traditional B100 thanks to more virtuous agricultural practices.

An expert in low-carbon solutions, Altens is strengthening its alternative fuel offering by offering transport companies wishing to accelerate their energy transition a new B100: the low-carbon PUR100 . This biofuel, resulting from the processing of French rapeseed oil , allows a significant reduction in greenhouse gases (GHG) of up to 80% compared to conventional B7 diesel and contributes to the reduction of local atmospheric pollutants such as SOx , NOx and other fine particles.

This new low-carbon B100 has greater GHG reduction power than traditional B100. The reduction in GHGs does not only occur when using biofuel in engines but also when growing the plant. The implementation of more virtuous* agricultural practices makes it possible to increase “ emission savings through the accumulation of carbon in the soil ” (ESCA), and therefore improves the environmental impact of rapeseed. This better land management favoring the sequestration of carbon in the soil mitigates climate change.

Develop regenerative agriculture

The production of low-carbon rapeseed aims to promote the performance and positive contribution of rapeseed in reducing greenhouse gases. This is part of a global approach to improving agricultural practices . Low-carbon B100 encourages growing practices that store more carbon in the soil by reducing tillage, protect soil life by favoring organic fertilization (rather than mineral) and avoiding bare soil (intercropping).

The implementation of simplified cultivation techniques (SCT) is also interesting, insofar as the soil is not or only minimally disturbed mechanically, its biological activity increases as does its organic matter content. The introduction of plant cover and the management of crop residues are key levers. So once the rapeseed is harvested, the rest of the plant is left in the field, returning the organic matter to the soil.

Supporting farmers from A to Z

In order to support this change in agricultural practices, Altens is collaborating with MyEasyFarm , a start-up with recognized expertise in the use of agricultural Data. MyEasyFarm notably offers the MyEasyCarbon platform , the MRV (Measure, Report, Verify) tool dedicated to the promotion of regenerative and low-carbon agriculture.

MyEasyCarbon brings together a set of solutions to support farmers, project leaders, agricultural advisors and agro-industrialists towards regenerative and more sustainable agriculture (sector bonuses, low-carbon, Scope 3, etc.). First application certified Low-Carbon Label by Bureau Veritas in 2022 , MyEasyCarbon is a solution for food stakeholders (farmers, cooperatives, agro-industries) to measure and reduce CO2 emissions/carbon storage in soils in agriculture and generate additional income in the form of reliable carbon credits.

Through its simplified tool, the “Simplified Diagnostic”, MyEasyFarm also offers a simple tool allowing the farmer to carry out a report on his farm in 15 minutes based on limited data that he knows, thus allowing him to have an estimate of the impact of its changes in cultural practices. It is a powerful tool serving chambers of agriculture, cooperatives, businesses and sectors to raise awareness among farmers, associated with a platform to monitor the results.

Preview delivery of the low-carbon B100 to a carrier

It is these commitments in favor of the environment that convinced Transports Seine-et-Marnais (TSM) . The company which operates in bulk transport, aggregate transport, as well as all the constituents of ready-mixed concrete for the biggest players in the sector, will receive a preview of this new low-carbon B100 . This historic Altens customer has been using traditional B100 in 35 engines in its fleet for 3 years, but wants to continue its efforts to further reduce its company's carbon footprint.

“ There is really no difference between the B7 and the B100 in use. Building on this very positive experience, we therefore wish to turn to low-carbon B100, which is even greener, to carry out our activities, and thus offer an even more virtuous service to our customers ,” explains Nicolas Dhondt , manager of TSM. .