Biodiesel is a safe, sustainable alternative to petroleum fuels. Though invented by Mr. Diesel, its use in common vehicles is recent. Below are answers to common questions about its use and production. Contact us anytime for more information.
Discover the benefits and uses of biodiesel, a sustainable alternative to petroleum fuels. Find answers to common questions about its production and use below. Contact us for more information.
Biodiesel is a renewable, biodegradable fuel made from vegetable oils, animal fats, or recycled cooking grease.
Biodiesel is derived from renewable sources, whereas regular diesel is petroleum-based. Biodiesel is also cleaner-burning and reduces greenhouse gas emissions.
Yes, biodiesel significantly reduces greenhouse gas emissions and air pollutants compared to petroleum diesel.
Biodiesel can be used in most diesel engines without modification, especially blends up to B20 (20% biodiesel, 80% petroleum diesel).
Biodiesel is produced through a chemical process called transesterification, which converts fats and oils into biodiesel and glycerin.
Biodiesel is made from various feedstocks, including vegetable oils, animal fats, and recycled cooking oils.
Transesterification is a chemical reaction that transforms oils and fats into biodiesel and glycerin by reacting them with an alcohol (usually methanol) in the presence of a catalyst.
Yes, biodiesel production is energy-efficient, and the energy balance is positive, meaning it produces more energy than it consumes.
Biodiesel works by mixing with petroleum diesel or replacing it, providing similar performance while reducing emissions.
Biodiesel has a higher cetane number than petroleum diesel, which can improve engine performance and combustion.
Biodiesel can gel in cold temperatures, but using winter blends (like B20) or additives can help prevent this issue.
Biodiesel can act as a solvent, cleaning the engine and fuel system, which may require more frequent filter changes initially.
