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It is an alternative to petroleum diesel
Biodiesel is a globally recognized alternative fuel, and a favored substitute for petroleum diesel. Even in a mixed blend (e.g. B20 – 20% biodiesel & 80% petroleum diesel) it offers a significant reduction in emission levels and fuel costs, increased engine lubricity, and no decrease in engine performance. -
It is a green technology
Biodiesel is a non-toxic, biodegradable fuel that will not cause environmental impairment if spilled or released into the ecosystem. It is less combustible than petroleum diesel, and therefore safer to store, handle and transport. It does not even require a hazardous materials label when being shipped. Moreover, it presents no potential harm to human or animal life, unlike petroleum fuels which release particulate (a carcinogenetic material) and many other harmful emissions. -
It can be used in any diesel engine
Biodiesel is suitable for all small to heavy duty diesel engines, serving a range of individual or commercial uses. It does not require the user to change their current fleet of vehicles, or engage in any other engine alterations for biodiesel to be used immediately as an alternative fuel. -
It can save you money
Carbon Credits are issued by the government to businesses in order to regulate their carbon emissions. By reducing their carbon emission levels, a business can trade their excess credits at a fair market value. Companies who have already engaged in carbon reduction actions, such as using biodiesel, have recognized first hand the positive financial attributes associated with their actions. Using Biodiesel will also save money on fuel costs, as biodiesel produced in-house is substantially cheaper than petroleum diesel from external suppliers. There are also many government grants and subsidies available for using renewable alternative fuels. -
It is good for engines
Ultra Low Sulfur Diesel (ULSD) use has become mandated by various governments throughout North America. Although it reduces emission levels, its integration reduces the lubricity in the engine and can cause overwhelming engine damage if not monitored. Biodiesel can increase the lubricity of ULSD beyond that of traditional petroleum diesel fuel, and remove the threat of damage while also increasing the longevity of an engine. Older engines operated on biodiesel can be rejuvenated, as using biodiesel will remove carbon build-up within the engine. Biodiesel can therefore clean a diesel engine as well as offering more lubrication. -
It has high quality standards to meet
It is the only alternative fuel to meet the standards set forth by the United States’, Clean Air Act from the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA). It also meets guidelines put in place by the Canadian government for emission reductions, outlined in the Kyoto Accord. In 2012, the Canadian Government will impose law stating that all diesel fuel must contain a 2% renewable fuel content. By acting now, consumers can meet and exceed this government directive, prior to the laws taking effect. -
Producing biodiesel can dispose of waste oils
Biodiesel manufacturing uses refined or unrefined oilseed oils, but also can use waste oils and some waste fats. The use of waste materials in biodiesel production removes the need to dispose of these products, which can be hazardous, costly and problematic. -
It promotes rural and agricultural growth
Oilseed farmers and those in other rural communities are directly affected by biodiesel use. A growing demand for their oilseed harvests as a feedstock for biodiesel production ensures the sale of their crops. Farmers and rural areas can also use biodiesel technology to produce their own fuel and remove their need for imported petroleum diesel. -
Biodiesel use removes the need to import petroleum diesel fuel
Fuel security has been increased from the use of biodiesel. As a domestically produced fuel it reduces our dependence on imported oil and gas. This enhanced security can provide a barrier of protection from the extreme market price fluctuations, natural disasters or political turmoil in foreign oil producing nations. Producing and using biodiesel will provide a fuel security to the end user of the product, as the fuel is renewable and its production can be ongoing as long as a feedstock is continually grown.