Mission
Our environment needs sustainable solutions. We believe biodiesel and renewable diesel are a leading solution in combatting the challenge of climate change. Biodiesel is better, cleaner, and available now, reducing greenhouse gases by up to 86%. This sustainable fuel source is produced from a diverse mix of feedstocks including recycled cooking oil, soybean oil, and animal fats. This is not a future fuel; this is a today solution. Biodiesel sustainability is here now.
From the Experts
Jenny Frank
The Pathway to Decarbonization
To reduce the probability of devastating climate change impacts, the world economy must rapidly decarbonize. In 2019, 28% of the total U.S. energy consumption was attributed to the transportation sector and approximately 91% of the domestic transportation energy use came from petroleum products.
Matt Herman
Biodiesel: A Cleaner Air Choice
A new, landmark study proves that biodiesel could decrease premature deaths, reduce cancer risk, and alleviate respiratory illness and asthma complications for thousands of Americans. The study, from Trinity Consultants, quantifies how switching to biodiesel can result in significant benefits at the neighborhood and census tract level, making immediate impacts in the backyards of many Americans today.
Dave Slade
Making an Impact Today
Climate experts agree that time is of the essence. We must make "rapid, far-reaching and unprecedented changes" by 2030 to limit global warming, or the results could be irreversible, according to the United Nations Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change. It's no surprise that the transportation sector plays a large role in making those changes.
Zenith Tandukar
A Pretty Penny: Pennycress Cover Crop Could Play a Part in Helping Solve the Climate Puzzle
In solving a puzzle, sometimes it's the smallest pieces that can help complete the big picture. In the climate change puzzle, a once-underappreciated plant called pennycress just may prove itself a beneficial piece.
Sustainability Stories
September 30, 2021
Students: Apply for a Scholarship to National Biodiesel Conference
The National Biodiesel Board invites university science students with a passion for biodiesel and renewable diesel to apply for a scholarship to the 2022 National Biodiesel Conference & Expo. The conference takes place Jan. 17 – 20 in Las Vegas.…
September 14, 2021
WEBINAR SUMMARY: Biodiesel – An Immediate Cost-Effective Solution to Reduce Harmful Criteria Pollution in Environmental Justice Areas
Are you interested in engaging more with Environmental Justice (EJ) groups through your coalition? Discover how 100% biodiesel can meet your immediate and midterm strategies to reduce carbon and criteria pollutants in underserved communities.…
October 12, 2020
Hutchinson Salt Company: Miners Breathe Better Below Ground with B100
Kansas Salt Mine Marks Long-Time Success with High Blend of Biodiesel The Hutchinson Salt Company recognized the indoor air quality benefits of 100% biodiesel (B100) back in 2003 when the salt mine first tested the fuel in an underground loader.…
Get Involved
The National Biodiesel Board (NBB) coordinates a number of partnership programs that engage biodiesel and renewable diesel supporters across the country. These networks of advocates support advanced biofuels and use their diverse backgrounds and expertise to raise the level of biodiesel understanding and awareness in their communities and nationally. Check out opportunities now.