Commission initiated the process outlined in Article 108 (3) of the Treaty.
In a significant stride towards a greener future, the Bergisch Gladbach Waste Management Authority has shifted its focus towards sustainable mobility, incorporating electric and hydrogen mobility into its operations.
One of the key elements in this transition is the adoption of HVO 100, a modern fuel made from biogenic waste materials that respects aspects of climate protection. This fuel, known for significantly reducing greenhouse gas emissions compared to fossil diesel, is part of many sustainability strategies to lower CO2 emissions for transport, including public and commercial vehicles.
The city's fleet is transitioning towards more sustainable forms of mobility, such as electric and hydrogen vehicles. The Waste Management Authority's existing fleet can generate fewer emissions thanks to the introduction of HVO 100. On June 26, 2025, a county-wide HVO 100 fuel station was opened at Huttenstraße 57, Bergisch Gladbach, enabling the operation of almost all existing vehicles of the Authority with HVO100 in the future.
First Deputy Mayor Ragnar Migenda emphasized the importance of this focus, noting the rapid technological progress in the field of electric and hydrogen mobility. He praised the efforts and progress of the Bergisch Gladbach Waste Management Authority, setting a positive example by introducing HVO100 and focusing on sustainable mobility.
The switch to HVO 100 was made in collaboration with a local fuel supplier. David Zenz, the manager of the Waste Management Authority, expressed his satisfaction with the introduction, highlighting it as a step towards more sustainable, technology-open mobility in Bergisch Gladbach.
The city's focus on sustainable mobility includes upcoming projects in the field of electric and hydrogen mobility. Electric utility vehicles are already in use in the fleet, and their share is expected to continue growing. HVO fuel will be available to the public in the future, contributing to the city's wider goal of reducing CO2 emissions and promoting a greener lifestyle.
Mayor Frank Stein praised the efforts and progress of the Bergisch Gladbach Waste Management Authority, acknowledging the crucial role they play in the city's sustainability strategy. With this shift towards sustainable mobility, Bergisch Gladbach is setting an example for other cities to follow.
Science and technology play a fundamental role in the Bergisch Gladbach Waste Management Authority's focus on sustainable mobility, as technological advancements in electric and hydrogen mobility are embraced. The adoption of HVO 100, a modern fuel made from biogenic waste materials, is a significant step in environmental-science strategies to combat climate-change by lowering CO2 emissions for transport.
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