FTC Decarbonizer: Carbon Footprint & Scope 1 Emission Reduction

Cost Effective Maintenance has completed an ISO 14067–compliant cradle-to-gate carbon footprint assessment of FTC Decarbonizer. The summary below provides a comprehensive overview of FTC Decarbonizer’s embodied carbon profile and its role in reducing Scope 1 emissions from diesel combustion.

At a Glance

• 2.46 kg CO₂e per litre (cradle-to-gate)
• 2.4%–5.6% proven fuel efficiency improvement
• Direct Scope 1 emission reduction from diesel combustion
• Net carbon benefit — savings exceed product footprint

For diesel-reliant industries such as mining, transport, and heavy equipment operations, improving combustion efficiency is one of the most immediate and practical pathways to reducing direct (Scope 1) emissions.

Verified Carbon Footprint (ISO 14067)

The carbon footprint of FTC Decarbonizer is 2.46 kg CO₂e per litre under a cradle-to-gate assessment.

This assessment includes raw materials, manufacturing, energy use, and packaging, and was developed in full alignment with ISO 14067 using Ecoinvent emission factors and OpenLCA 2.5.0.

Proven Fuel & Emission Performance

FTC Decarbonizer helps reduce Scope 1 emissions from diesel combustion by improving combustion efficiency and lowering diesel consumption.

Independent testing commissioned by BHP Billiton (2007) and conducted by the University of Western Australia (UWA) reported:

Fuel Savings
2.4% – 4.2%
Up to 5.6% in trials
Smoke Reduction
Up to 39%
CO Reduction
22%
UHC Reduction
15%

Lower diesel consumption directly reduces Scope 1 emissions while delivering measurable fuel cost savings.

Why This Matters for Large Diesel Fleets

  • Even 0.5–1% fuel improvement delivers substantial CO₂e reductions at scale
  • Reduced diesel use lowers carbon liability exposure
  • Reduced reliance on carbon offsets
  • Immediate operational savings
  • Improved ESG and sustainability reporting performance
Net Impact:

The emissions avoided through reduced diesel consumption exceed the embodied carbon of FTC Decarbonizer, enabling a measurable net Scope 1 reduction pathway.

Operational Advantages

  • No engine modifications required
  • Compatible with biodiesel
  • Reduces soot and deposits
  • Improves combustion efficiency
  • Helps reduce engine wear

Conclusion

The ISO 14067 assessment confirms that FTC Decarbonizer has a low embodied carbon footprint, while independent university research demonstrates fuel efficiency improvements of 2.4–5.6%.

For diesel-reliant industries, FTC Decarbonizer provides a practical, scientifically validated solution for reducing Scope 1 emissions while improving operational performance.