Torfaen County Borough Council is the first local authority in Wales to trial a greener, more efficient waste collection system for its residents.
The electric bin lift trial was organised as part of the council's ongoing efforts to improve its efficiency and carbon footprint.
Tests show that if a refuse vehicle uses an Ecoprocess lift, it releases 5.5 tonnes less carbon dioxide per year.
It also consumes seven litres less fuel a day- equivalent to more than £1,400 a year- and improves round collection times.
As an added bonus, the technology produces less noise than a conventional hydraulic lift.
Councillor John Cunningham, Executive Member for Operational Services, said: "The trial proved the lift's ability to meet with our key objectives: fast, efficient and quiet operations, with proven fuel savings together with the minimisation of environmental damage through reduced carbon emissions.
"If the trial continues to show positive results we will look at buying the lifts for our fleet of eight refuse vehicles which will help make Torfaen a greener place for residents."
Improving environmental performance is a key objective of Torfaen County Borough Council, and a number of projects are underway to help reduce carbon emissions.
Adrian Evans, Waste Operations Co-ordinator for Torfaen County Borough Council, said: "We are trying to do everything we can to minimise the impact we have on the environment."
Torfaen refuse collector Andy Giles praised the bin lifts. He said: "The bin lifts are quieter and more efficient. It helps make our job easier, quicker and greener."
The local authority has already proved its "green" credentials as it is in the top 25 per cent of Welsh authorities for its recycling performance. Torfaen County Borough Council current recycling rate is 37 per cent.