EU: Introduction of "zero sulphur" petrol and diesel

The European Commission today adopted a proposal to introduce sulphur-free petrol and diesel in every Member State from 1 January 2005.

These fuels will speed the introduction of the latest fuel-efficient technologies in cars and other vehicles, significantly reducing emissions of carbon dioxide an important greenhouse gas.

From 2011, the use of zero sulphur petrol will be mandatory. A date for zero sulphur diesel fuel becoming mandatory will be fixed as part of a later review.

More information:
- Press release (European Commission)
- Review of Sulphur in Petrol & Diesel (European Commission - Environment)
- Transport and Environment Future Developments (European Commission - Environment)

Date of publication: 13/05/2001

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