Biodiesel

Questions & Answers for Biodiesel

At what minimum price can I purchase biodiesel?

You can purchase biodiesel at a minimum rate of Rs 35-40 per litre. The price may increase as per the application, purity, brand, etc.

What are the benefits of using biodiesel?

Biodiesel is an excellent, clean-burning renewable fuel option alternative to conventional petroleum-based fuel. The key benefits of using biodiesel as a transportation fuel are mentioned below:

• Upgraded energy balance and security
• Improved air quality and reduced emission
• Enhanced engine operation system
• Better environmental safety

What are the different uses of biodiesel?

Biodiesel blended in different proportions with petroleum-based diesel is typically used as a transportation fuel to power various vehicle engines. Other applications for renewable biodiesel fuel are as follows:

• Fuel filters
• Oil spill clean-ups
• Biodiesel electricity generators
• Heating oils

 

How would you define biodiesel?

Biodiesel is basically a liquid fuel produced by processing renewable, biodegradable materials, like animal fats, vegetable oils (corn oil, canola oil, soybean oil, grape seed oil, sunflower oil, palm oil, etc.) or recycled restaurant grease. These raw materials might be old materials kept in storage or freshly collected materials.