Food vs. Fuel: FAQ
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THE BIODIESEL ALLIANCE is a diverse coalition of organizations, agencies and businesses from across the nation who find common ground in their support for biodiesel fuel. Founded and managed by the National Biodiesel Board, the Biodiesel Alliance supports information sharing and opportunities to help advance the use of clean-burning, renewable biodiesel fuel that meets high industry standards. As a result, the Biodiesel Alliance is instrumental in helping others to recognize the benefits of biodiesel to human health, the environment, national energy security and the US economy. JOIN TODAY
VIDEO - The Need for Sustainable Liquid Fuel and the Promise of Biodiesel
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Guiding Principles for Biodiesel Sustainability
Scientists for Biodiesel
As America seeks to curb its dependence on foreign oil, scientists are announcing their support for biodiesel as a fuel alternative that will help reduce the nation's reliance on petroleum. Read more...
Biodiesel
Biodiesel is made from sustainable renewable resources that are abundant and available right here in the United States. It is made from plant oils, animal fats and even recycled grease and works in conventional diesel engines, with one major exception - biodiesel significantly reduces harmful emissions.
A proven alternative
- Replaces tens of millions of barrels of petroleum
- Added $4 billion the U.S. economy last year
- Reduces carbon monoxide, hydrocarbons and other harmful emissions
Learn more about one of the fastest growing alternative fuels that we can make right here at home while making our environment cleaner and helping to grow the economy. The Future of Fuel is here.
Sustainability defined:
Sustainability: Meeting today's needs for environmental stewardship, economic prosperity, and quality of life without compromising future generations' ability to meet these needs for themselves.
Sustainable Biodiesel: Demonstrates environmental stewardship across its lifecycle by maximizing net energy balance and minimizing negative impacts on natural ecosystems, globally and locally; Adds value, creates wealth, and enhances quality of life for the entire community of stakeholders.