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BIO-DIESEL

Our biofuels are proving effective in reducing carbon footprints across sectors such as transport, rail, marine, agriculture, and power generation. We are also pleased to be collaborating with various businesses that are seeking efficient and cost-effective solutions for decarbonization.

SUSTAINABILITY

B100 (100% pure biodiesel) offers around 90% CO2 reduction
B20/B30 offers up to a 27% CO2 reduction
Improved DPF performance which can reduce your nitrogen oxides (NOx) & sulfur oxides (SOx) emissions

TRANSITION

Diesel engines will be here for a long time so biodiesel will actively support CO2 reductions.
Blended biodiesel acts as a simple drop-in-replacement
Tank cleaning is recommended for blended biodiesel above 10%

PERFORMANCE

Blended biodiesel can offer enhancements on vehicle performance
B100 has a slight reduction in MPG and power, however, the CO2 reductions far outweigh the small loss in performance
Biodiesel acts as a detergent, helping maintain vehicle and storage cleanliness

VALUE

Blended biodiesel is comparable with fossil fuel from a price standpoint
Government grants for certain industries such as bus companies may be able to receive a grant
All products are 3rd party verified, therefore in line with market rates.

About Biodiesel

Unlike traditional diesel which is produced from crude mineral oil, biodiesel is produced from a variety of vegetable oils; palm oil, rape oil, canola oil, soy oil, linseed oil, coconut oil, mustard oil, and cotton oil. It can also be manufactured from tallow oil and waste/used cooking oils. The production of biodiesel can often lead to FAME (Fatty Acid Methyl Esters) in the fuel.

Biodiesel offers similar power and energy content to ULSD (ultra-low sulphur diesel). It has emerged as a realistic and desirable alternative to mineral diesel and is becoming an increasingly valuable contributor to the world’s drive to reduce greenhouse gas emissions. It has been in general use for the last 10 years in Continental Europe, however, the majority of the UK biodiesel produced is expected to be used as a 5% blend with mineral diesel.

Advantages of Biodiesel

Virtually zero sulphur content
Zero aromatic content (toluene and benzene)
Comparable energy and power content to ULSD
Flashpoint of 150°C against 60°C for mineral diesel
Significant reduction in particulates (soot) and hydrocarbons
70% reduction of carbon monoxide emissions in diesel exhausts
Non-toxic and biodegradable; fully degraded from a waterway environment within approximately 28 days
Significant lubricant characteristics reducing wear & tear
Extended efficiency for injectors and for all engines using ULSD resulting in lower maintenance costs

Environmental Benefits of Biodiesel

Renewable fuel generates 60% lower GHG emissions than petroleum diesel
Reduces emissions of CO2, smog-causing particulate matter, and harmful carcinogens
Greatly reduces the carbon footprint, especially if produced from waste
Less flammable than petroleum diesel – safer to handle and store
10 times lower toxicity than table salt, with biodegradability equivalent to sugar
Safer to use in ecologically sensitive areas

Economic Benefits of Biodiesel

Effective for meeting emissions targets, fulfilling green mandates at enterprise/state levels
Can be domestically produced in the United States and Europe, helping enhance energy independence
In states with low-carbon fuel policies, biodiesel is more cost-competitive than diesel
Biofuel producers and blenders can earn carbon credits in several jurisdictions (e.g. RINs, LCFS)
Easy-to-adopt solution requiring no changes to rail, storage, and blending infrastructures

Common Biodiesel Blends

Name	Definition
B5	B5 is a diesel blend consisting of 5 percent biodiesel and 95 percent petroleum diesel. It is the most commonly found bio-based diesel blend in the U.S., where its use is mandated in several states.
B7	B7 is a blend containing 7 percent biodiesel. Like all blends containing between 6 and 20 percent, B7 fuel is covered by the ASTM D7467 spec. Its use is mandated in several jurisdictions including Germany and Malaysia.
B10	B10 is the term used to describe blends with 10 percent bio-based diesel content. It is most commonly found in Southeast Asia, primarily due to biodiesel policies in Thailand and Malaysia.
B20	B20 is a higher-level blend containing up to 20 percent. A majority of diesel car and truck makers selling in the United States allow B20 use in their vehicles.
B99	B99 is the highest-level blend, containing between 1 and 0.1 percent petroleum diesel. It is more commercially available than pure biodiesel (B100) in the United States.