Biodiesel can be beneficial throughout our communities and could gain much greater adoption through a process of education. Here are some of the top 10 reasons to consider biodiesel.
1. Emissions.
The EPA has certified that biodiesel has considerable health benefits as compared to conventional fuels. Biodiesel can represent a more than 70% reduction in the primary greenhouse gas, CO2. This is especially important as the EPA has recently confirmed that greenhouse gases are hazardous to our health.
2. High BTU.
BTU is a measurement used to rank any energy output (British thermal units) and pure biodiesel has the highest energy balance of any fuel. When compared to gasoline, biodiesel is several times more efficient, especially when compared to the overall units of fossil fuel energy required.
3. Safety first.
Biodiesel has a high combustion point and as such is much safer than traditional alternatives. In its purest form it is biodegradable and is almost completely non-toxic.
4. Promotes less waste.
As biodiesel can be derived from cooking oil thrown out by restaurants, a product created in this way would truly help to turn waste into usable energy. Very often, this waste oil finds its way into our lakes and waterways rather than being correctly disposed of.
5. Can be used without modification.
With no modification, biodiesel mixes with petro diesel. It can also be used in a variety of strengths and mixed with regular diesel. As such it is an option available right now to make your diesel engine vehicles more sustainable.
6. Promotes longer life.
By using biodiesel in your vehicle you can enjoy additional lubricity, which in turn will promote a long life for your engine.
7. Helps support energy security.
Soy is one of the more widely available and domestically grown products in the USA. If we can contain production costs within the country where biodiesel is produced, we can shelter our economies from crazy hikes associated with traditional energy forms.
8. Job security?
Job security is more important than ever in the aftermath of this awful recession. Biodiesel fuel production could help to concentrate money for new jobs related to this industry, rather than sending revenues for our current petroleum needs out of the country and helping to create jobs overseas.
9. Regions benefit.
By placing a lot of focus on the production of biodiesel, we can help to repair downturns we sustain and bolster regional economies around the nation. Crop producers and farmers can see a new style of return for their work, can feel some element of stability for the future and look for solid growth ahead.
10. It’s better for our health.
While widespread use of biodiesel fuel will certainly lead to fewer greenhouse gases in our environment, helping to reverse climate change and potential environmental damage, it will also emit fewer carcinogens and other cancer-causing components.
We have just seen a considerable number of reasons to justify thinking about making biodiesel for our transportation wants and needs. Create your own trend by mixing a few gallons of homemade biodiesel. Your actions may well catch on, but remember, before you begin, always follow the “essential safety advice” from the experts!