Biofuels are a Green Energy Source
In the search to replace fossil fuels, the global community is searching for alternative energy sources. Energy sources that are greener (do not harm the environment) than fossil fuels. Biofuels are a potential source of green energy.
Liquid biofuel which is the one used in cars is a natural and renewable domestic fuel that can only be used for diesel engines. This can be made from vegetable oils mostly soy and corn. The nice thing about it is that it contains no petroleum, is nontoxic and biodegradable.
Cars are one of the world’s largest sources of pollution. Switching to biofuels changes this equation. Biofuels do not emit environmental toxins. You do not have to take my word for it. Biofuels have been examined by the EPA and the California Air Resources Board.
Biofuels can be made from many different products. The most common method involves alcohol. Alcohols such as methanol. Methanol is combined with glycerine and methyl. Do not let the chemical names throw you. These chemicals are found in everyday items such as vegetable oil. Corn and sugarcane have also been used to make biofuels.
Normal household goods already use glycerine in their production process. These items include toothpaste and soap. As gas prices rise higher, many more people are producing biofuels. Radio talk show host Phil Valentine even spoke about making his own biofuels. We have the technology.
Imagine having a fuel that burns cleaner, does not spew cancer causing chemicals into the environment, and is cheaper than gas. Your pocketbook would thank you, our world would thank you, your kids would thank you. You could be an environmental hero just for doing things to save money.
Road test have proven biodiesel is a good alternative. Vehicles runnning biodiesel have shown the same power to efficiency ratio both hauling and climbing. You can find biodiesel commercially available as B20 or E85. B20 is made by combining 20% biodiesel with 80% percent gasoline. Commercial oil companies combine 15% gasoline with 85% biodiesel to make E85.
The best part about using biodiesel is that you only have to make a few changes in your engine to be able to use it. Aside from making the car run, it also helps clean the engine. If you are concerned that this will void the warranty of your vehicle should there be a problem, dont worry because it doesnt.
Is it too late? Not yet because there is still time to use biofuels and others as green energy sources.
