Biodiesel - SSEMC Biodiesel can work for you Ernie Pollitzer, PE - PowerPoint PPT Presentation

Biodiesel - SSEMC “Biodiesel can work for you” Ernie Pollitzer, PE Owner/Senior Engineer

2 GOALS  Biodiesel Issues – can be easily managed  Benefits of Biodiesel – Immediate & Long Term

Biodiesel is a Renewable Fuel  2007 EPA Renewable Fuel Standard Program  Incorporates renewable fuels into US Transportation Fuel Market

Biodiesel Facilities* – circa 2017 11 Facilities * Includes 4 renewable diesel facilities

State Programs  Fuel Tax Exemptions – most popular  Blending Incentives – school buses  Tax Credit Incentives

Biodiesel Issues  Lower Energy – 5-8% less energy, but higher Cetane  Fuel Filter Plugging – caused by diesel  Cold Weather Properties – Can use B20 just below freezing  Engine Warranty – list increasing every year

BIODIESEL ISSUES

Immediate Values of Using Biodiesel  Drop-In Fuel, can be used immediately  No big investment required

Immediate Values of Using Biodiesel  Drop-In Fuel, can be used immediately  No big investment required  Competitive Fuel Pricing – 10 cents below diesel rack pricing

Improved Maintenance - Lubricity

Improved Maintenance – Cleaner Engine  Fuel Injectors  Diesel Particulate Filter – 50% lower PM  Lower Regeneration Cycles

Lower GHG Emissions 86% GHG Reductions with Waste Oils

Biodiesel Facilities* – circa 2017 11 Facilities * Includes 4 renewable diesel facilities

Biodiesel - SSEMC “Biodiesel can work for you” Ernie Pollitzer, PE Owner/Senior Engineer