Biodiesel

Biodiesel is a sustainable alternative to conventional diesel fuel used in heavy-duty transportation.

The production and use of biodiesel result in significantly lower CO₂ emissions than petroleum diesel and can help reduce dependence on fossil-based energy sources.

This renewable fuel can be produced from a variety of feedstocks, including canola, soybean, and other vegetable oils, as well as animal fats.

During the transesterification process, oils and methanol react in the presence of a catalyst to produce fatty acid methyl esters (FAME), the primary components of biodiesel. Glycerin is generated as a co-product and can be used in industrial applications or can be refined into a high-purity ingredient used in pharmaceutical and cosmetic applications.