Róisín Shortall (Dublin North West, Labour)
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Question 125: To ask the Minister for Transport and the Marine his plans to convert to using bio-fuels or renewable energy sources to fuel Dublin buses; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [19628/07]

Noel Dempsey (Meath West, Fianna Fail)
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As part of my overall objective for sustainable urban transportation I have requested CIE to move to a 30% bio-diesel blend in all new buses as part of their fleet replacement policy commencing in 2008. I understand that Dublin Bus has secured a commitment from the relevant engine manufacturer to enable the buses to operate on a 30% biofuel mix without affecting the warranty.

In line with the Programme for Government I have also asked the company to set out as quickly as possible an action plan to convert the existing fleet to a 5% biofuel blend taking account of logistical, technical and financial issues.