Genesee Bioheat

BioDiesel is cleaner source of fuel (B20)

  • NOx (Nitrogen Oxide) is reduced by 20%
  • SO2 (Sulfur Dioxide) is reduced by 20-80%
  • CO2 (Carbon Dioxide) is reduced by 20%
  • No Methane

Preliminary analyses indicate that the 20% soy-based Biodiesel blend has an environmental cost that is better than natural gas when leakage, storage and distribution is included.

Renewable means that we can grow Biodiesel as opposed to finite resources such as oil and natural gas.

Biodiesel is domestically produced - currently by Midwest farmers, and soon - by Washington State farmers!

Reduces greenhouse gases, which natural gas is a MAJOR contributor.

 

 

Biodiesel & Bioheat

What is BioDiesel?
Biodiesel is the name of a clean burning alternative fuel, produced from domestic, renewable resources. Biodiesel contains no petroleum, but it can be blended at any level with petroleum diesel to create a biodiesel blend. It can be used in compression-ignition (diesel) engines with little or no modifications. Biodiesel is simple to use, biodegradable, nontoxic, and essentially free of sulfur and aromatics.

What is BioHEAT?
BioHeat is conventional heating oil containing biodiesel. The heating oil must meet its specification, ASTM D 396 and the biodiesel must meet its ASTM specification, ASTM D 6751, before blending them together.

Why use BioHEAT and BioDiesel?
Biodiesel and BioHeat are better for the environment because they are made from renewable resources and have lower emissions compared to petroleum diesel. Both are less toxic than table salt and biodegrade as fast as sugar. Since BioDiesel and BioHeat are made in the USA from renewable resources such as soybeans, their use decreases our dependence on foreign oil and contributes to our own economy.

Genesee is currently selling B20 blend (ie 20% vegetable oil). Why not higher?
"Higher blends will be coming in the future as the industry does more long term testing." Right now industry experts are recommending 20% or less.

How can I get the BioDiesel tax credit?
The credit is already reflected in the price you pay. It isn't availible to consumers.

Are there equipment or tank modifications needed?
No. However, biodiesel has been shown to cleanse the heating system, which can result in added maintenance costs and possibly the need for a new tank.

Does it heat differently than regular heating oil?
BioHeat gives you the same warm and cozy feeling that regular heating oil gives.

Considerations

  • Biodiesel has an increased "Gel Point" of approximately 17 degrees (heating oil is normally about 5 degrees) this mainly effects exposed tanks above ground.
    Solution: Insulate or reduce exposed lines.
  • The "cleaning effect" of biodiesel is a natural solvent. Over time this removes sediment and other buildup in the storage tank and lines causing clogged filters or other tank issues.
    Solution: Genesee's service contracts will cover clogged filters and strainers. Our Tank Replacement Guarantee will cover most tank issues.

For more information about Biodiesel and Bioheat, visit the National Biodiesel Board.

 

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