BioDiesel Fuel
As we all know, the fossil fuels are a finite resource and will soar in price as the world's resources dwindle. Alternatives for road transport are not being given the impetus and investment that they deserve (hydrogen fuel cell technology is a prime example) and this represents a tremendous opportunity for the biodiesel industry to solve several problems with a series of simple strokes.
Firstly, biodiesel is completely sustainable. It is carbon neutral in that it releases the same amount of carbon dioxide into the atmosphere as it took out in the first place during the growth cycle. There are other major benefits in the use of biodiesel.
- 3 tonnes less carbon dioxide are liberated from storage in fossilised hydrocarbons
- 180g less sulphur oxides are produced - virtually zero emissions
- 20kg less nitrous oxides are produced
- 50kg less carbon monoxide is produced
- 40kg less particulates are produced - and biodiesel particulate emissions are NON-carcinogenic
Additionally, biodiesel fuel is 98% biodegradeable within 21 days.
Economically, there are also huge potential long term advantages in terms of producing cash-crops for farmers. Such utilisation of set aside and under-utilised land could increase agricultural sector employment by one person per 20 hectares dedicated to energy crops.
Professionally manufactured biodiesel is monitored by Customs and Excise as well as the Environment Agency. It conforms to DIN 51606 and EN 14214 and so is guaranteed to be effective in any diesel engine without modification.