HMRC Fuel Duty Reclaim for CHP & Generators

Recover eligible duty and turn every litre into ROI

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Fleetsolve helps CHP and Generator system operators reclaim thousands of pounds each year through HMRC eligible fuel duty rebate schemes — ensuring every qualifying litre of fuel works harder for your budget.

If your Combined Heat and Power (CHP) or generator system uses fuel oil, biodiesel, or other dutiable liquid fuels, you may be eligible for a rebate on the excise duty — provided the fuel is used solely and exclusively for heat and power generation.

The current HMRC fuel duty reclaim rate for eligible liquid fuels is 52.95pence per litre. That means you could recover £529.50 for every 1,000litres of fuel used by your CHP or generator for heat and power.

We manage the full reclaim process from start to finish, giving you confidence in both compliance and cost recovery.

What Is the CHP Duty Reclaim Scheme?

The CHP Duty Reclaim Scheme enables operators of eligible Combined Heat and Power (CHP) and Generator systems to reclaim 100% of the fuel duty paid on biodiesel and other qualifying fuels. This relief is available where the fuel is used exclusively to generate usable heat and electricity on-site.

This government-backed scheme is designed to support efficient, low-carbon energy production and reduce operating costs for qualifying energy users.

To qualify for duty reclaim, your system must:

  • Be accredited under the CHPQA (Combined Heat and Power Quality Assurance) programme or

  • Be classed as a CHP or Auto-Generator under HMRC guidelines

And also:

  • Use a dutiable liquid fuel such as biodiesel
  • Generate usable heat and/or electricity for onsite utilisation
  • Maintain accurate, verifiable operational and fuel consumption records
  • Have a dedicated fuel tank to supply your generation station

Our CHP Duty Reclaim Services

At Fleetsolve, we make the reclaim process simple and reliable, with full technical and administrative support for:

Fuel Usage Reporting

We help you track and document all qualifying fuel use and mass balance across your CHP or Generator system — integrating with existing performance and monitoring platforms.

CHPQA & Compliance Support

As part of your duty reclaim eligibility, we ensure your CHPQA submissions and system documentation are accurate, up to date, and audit-ready.

Reclaim Calculation & Submission

Our team calculates reclaimable volumes, completes HMRC documentation, and submits your claim — managing the process on your behalf.

Ongoing Record-Keeping & Audit Readiness

We maintain a compliant audit trail for all duty reclaim activity, carbon compliance audit and carbon reduction, supporting future HMRC inspections and financial reporting.

Why Reclaim Duty with Fleetsolve?

  • Recover significant fuel costs on an annual basis
  • Ensure full compliance with HMRC and CHPQA requirements
  • Reduce administrative burden for energy and finance teams
  • Integrated service alongside your fuel supply, CHP maintenance, and performance reporting
  • Trusted by public sector, commercial, and industrial operators across the UK

Our expertise in low-carbon fuel supply, storage, liquid asset management, energy compliance, and government reporting schemes ensures your CHP assets are delivering maximum return — operationally and financially.

Start Reclaiming Today

Reclaiming your CHP fuel duty doesn’t need to be complex. Let Fleetsolve manage the process from start to finish — giving you confidence in compliance and value in every litre.

Talk to our CHP compliance team: +44(0)151 353 2870

Or click here to request a duty reclaim assessment or consultation