Shell has made its wind turbine gearbox oil, Shell Omala S5 Wind 320, carbon neutral.
Shell announced efforts to make the lubricant more sustainable during Offshore 2019 in Copenhagen.
The petrochemical company’s global portfolio of “nature-based” carbon credits will compensate carbon dioxide emissions from the lifecycle of the gearbox oil.
Each carbon credit represents the avoidance or removal of greenhouse gases equivalent to a tonne of carbon dioxide.
The oil comes with a 10-year warranty, helping to reduce costly breakdowns and ensuring consistent protection against equipment wear, Shell said.
Shell Omala S5 Wind 320, a synthetic wind turbine oil with world-leading filtration technology, helps to lessen gear and bearing damage, while delivering exceptional lubrication performance, increased efficiency, and improving the reliability of the gearbox.