Introduction:
Biodiesel is a form of diesel fuel manufactured from vegetable oils, animal fats or recycled restaurant oils.
Features of biodiesel:
Advantages:
● can be used in most diesel engines, especially newer ones
● produces fewer air pollutants (other than NO x ) and greenhouse gases
● biodegradable
● non-toxic
● safer to handle.
Disadvantages:
● use of blends above B5 may not yet be approved by manufacturers
● lower fuel economy and power (10% lower for B100, 2% for B20)
● more NO x emissions
● B100 generally not suitable for use in low temperatures
● concerns about B100’s impact on engine durability.