Biofuels

What are biofuels?

Biofuels is a generic term for fuels. These can be produced and made from renewable materials of plant or animal origin. Used in transport Bioethanol is typically used for a substitute for petrol; and Biodiesel as a substitute for diesel.

What is Bioethanol?

Bio ethanol is made from sugar and starch. Crops are grown specifically for energy use and include corn, wheat crops sugar beet etc. This is a clear colourless liquid.

What are the benefits of Bioethanol?

  • Reduced carbon emissions
  • Renewable resource
  • Rural economy would benefit from growing the necessary crops.
  • Biodegradable and less toxic than fossil fuels

What is Biodiesel?

Bio diesel is produced from any vegetable oil or animal fat.

What are the benefits of Biodiesel?

  • Reduced carbon emissions
  • Better fuel lubrication and reduced deposits in your diesel engine
  • Non toxic
  • Biodegradable