Biodiesel is a renewable fuel that is blended with or replaces petroleum diesel. With Biodiesel, any diesel engine can become a renewable fuel engine. Biodiesel is made in the USA from vegetable oils, animal fats, and used restaurant grease. The raw materials used to make Biodiesel are grown by America’s farmers, many of whom are already running on it, and have been for years. Biodiesel is safer to use, handle, and store than petroleum diesel.¹ Biodiesel is less environmentally damaging to produce, and cleaner at the tailpipe. Plus, it is less damaging if it spills on the ground or in water.

However, there are important considerations to know when using Biodiesel. These guidelines are designed to educate you, the consumer, about using Biodiesel in diesel engines.

Download Biodiesel Use Guidelines (Microsoft Word Document 280kB)

If you would like more comprehensive information, please see the National Renewable Energy Laboratory’s (NREL) 2004 Biodiesel Handling and Use Guidelines.