Bio-diesel
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Bio-diesel
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We sell B20 on road diesel which is a blend of 20% biodiesel with 80% ultra low sulfur diesel. The blend reduces emissions including carbon dioxide and particulates. It adds cetane to petroleum diesel which promotes easier starting and quieter running. It also improves lubricity. B20 does not require equipment modifications to use. We like the possibilities of biodiesel.
There are a few drawbacks that make the fuel less than perfect. A gallon of biodiesel contains about 8% less energy than a gallon of petroleum diesel. In the real world this is not significant because biodiesel has some other attributes (oxygen/lubricity) that offset much of this deficit. There is legitimate concern about the conversion of forests to cropland and also the tension between producing fuel or food. We think that sound policy can encourage the right choices. On balance we think biodiesel represents a significant step in the right direction. With each passing year our experience as well as that of our customers confirms this. |
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