Advantages of B-100
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- B-100 (Biodiesel) is a renewable energy source that can be produced from various plant materials, such as vegetable oils, animal fats, and even used cooking oils, which are readily available and can be sourced locally.
- B-100 on an average gives 30% fuel economy than petroleum based diesel. It can be used as fuel source for diesel engines without any technical modifications, and it can be blended with traditional diesel to create a more eco-friendly fuel.
- B-100 can be used alone or mixed in any ratio with petroleum diesel fuel. For example, the most common blend is a mix of 20% biodiesel with 80% petroleum diesel called “B20” mix.
- B-100 is 11% oxygen by weight and contains no Sulphur. The use of biodiesel can extend the life of diesel engines because it is more lubricating than petroleum diesel fuel, while fuel consumption, auto ignition, power output, and engine torque are relatively unaffected by biodiesel. Thus, biodiesel increases the efficiency of diesel engines.It helps to ease the movement of engines as it has a greater lubricating effect. According to many estimates, with just 1% of biodiesel blend fuel lubricity can be increased by 65%. It basically acts like a solvent and helps to loosen the gunk and deposits in the engine. Furthermore, because of its lubricity, it doesn’t allow accumulation of more deposits inside the engine. This improves the overall working life of the engine because there is less wear and tear.
- Combustion of biodiesel reduces the emission of greenhouse gases. It reduces soot and smog (50% less than diesel fuel), reduces Carbon Monoxide (48% less) and also reduces cancer-causing agents (80% less). Overall, biodiesel instead of petroleum diesel can reduce greenhouse gases by 78.45 %.It reduces the dependency on fossil fuels and reduce greenhouse gas emissions. This can also help to reduce air pollution and contribute to a cleaner environment.
- The lifecycle production and use of bio-diesel produce approximately 80% less carbon dioxide emissions, and almost 100% less Sulphur dioxide. Combustion of biodiesel alone provides over a 90% reduction in total unburned hydrocarbons and a 75-90% reduction in aromatic hydrocarbons. Biodiesel further provides significant reductions in particulates and carbon monoxide than petroleum diesel fuel. Biodiesel provides a slight increase or decrease in nitrogen oxides depending on engine family and testing procedures. Based on Ames Mutagenicity tests, biodiesel provides a 90% reduction in cancer risks.
- Biodiesel is the first and only alternative fuel to have a complete evaluation of emission results and potentially harmful effects submitted to EPA under the Clean Air Act.
- Biodiesel is biodegradable and it has a higher flash point than conventional diesel due to which it is safer, easy to handle and transport.
- Government of India supports and encourages the production of renewable energy, including biodiesel with incentives and subsidies.
- Production of Biodiesel requires to adhere to the strict environmental regulations. This helps to ensure that the production of biodiesel is sustainable and eco-friendly.