Tanbu Bioenergy Utama

What's that Biodiesel?

Biodiesel is made from vegetable oils (palm oil and used cooking oil, etc.) or animal fats (pork fat, beef fat, etc.). In Korea, mixing it with diesel for transportation is mandatory according to the “Law on the Promotion of Renewable Energy Development”.

Therefore, we support the use of biodiesel as a way to deal with environmental problems, especially environmental pollution resulting from fossil fuels.

Biodiesel has several benefits for the environment if used as a substitute for fossil fuels such as diesel or diesel. Here are some of the benefits of biodiesel for the environment:

1. Reduction of Greenhouse Gas Emissions:Biodiesel typically produces lower greenhouse gas emissions than conventional diesel. This helps in reducing contribution to climate change.

2. Potential for Raw Material Recycling: Raw materials for biodiesel can come from organic waste or plants that can be replanted, so it has the potential to become a sustainable fuel. This differs from fossil fuels, which are a finite resource.

3. Reduction of Air Pollution: Biodiesel tends to produce lower air pollution emissions than conventional diesel. This helps improve air quality in areas where biodiesel is used.

4. Better Biodegradability:Biodiesel is more easily biodegradable than conventional diesel fuel. This means that if there is a spill or leak, the environmental impact will be more limited and easier to address.

5. Reducing Dependence on Petroleum:The use of biodiesel helps reduce dependence on petroleum, whose resources are increasingly limited. This can help reduce geopolitical risks and fluctuations in world oil prices.

6. Reducing Waste and Waste Utilization:Biodiesel can be made from agricultural waste, animal waste and used cooking oil, which helps reduce waste and adds value to these materials.

7. Reducing Soil Erosion:Plants used as biodiesel raw materials can help reduce soil erosion and improve soil quality because their roots bind the soil.