Clean Power (Pvt.) Limited

1	How is Bio-diesel good for the environment?
	When using Bio-diesel in a diesel engine, the emission of unburned hydrocarbons, carbon monoxide, and other harmful substances are greatly reduced, meaning Bio-diesel eliminates the noxious black smoke and fumes associated with normal diesel engines. And of course Bio-diesel is produced from largely renewable, sustainable resources which mean significantly less 'green-house' gas emissions are involved in production. See Bio-diesel benefits for the environment and human health
2	How is Bio-diesel different from petro-diesel?
	Bio-diesel has chemical properties similar to those of petro-diesel, hence it can be used as an alternative. However, Bio-diesel has several advantages over petro-diesel; it is environmentally friendlier because it is fully biodegradable, it has lower CO2, CO, particulate and hydrocarbons emissions, and virtually no SO2 emissions. Also, Bio-diesel is better for the engine since it is more lubricating than petro-diesel. Most importantly, Bio-diesel is made from natural non-depleting resources; in contrast, petro-diesel comes from crude oil, which is a finite, dwindling resource, and petro-diesel combustion results in emissions that are very harmful for the environment.
3	Why has Bio-diesel become important now?
	Bio-diesel is a proven technology in many countries of the world including USA, Brazil, European countries and India. Legislation exists in several countries on the use of Bio-diesel; governments have also given tax subsidies on the production of environmentally friendly fuels. In Pakistan, this is a new concept, not academically as universities have been conducting research on Bio-diesel for many years, but practically. Presently Pakistan is in a very vulnerable position with regards to energy security as it is dependant on foreign sources. Moreover, the oil prices are on the rise, which mean an even bigger burden on the national exchequer for import of crude oil. The government recognizes the importance of focusing on local, renewable sources of energy. The formation of the Alternative Energy Development Board (AEDB) in May 2003 was a result of this.
4	How will using Bio-diesel affect my engine?
	One of the many advantages of Bio-diesel is the benefit to your vehicle's engine. Unlike conventional diesel, Bio-diesel replenishes your engines lubricity – this reduces engine problems and enhances the life and efficiency of your engine. Bio-diesel 's natural cleaning properties will also help to clean injectors, fuel lines, pumps and tanks, meaning that the overall engine-maintenance costs are reduced.
5	Can I use Bio-diesel in a petrol engine?
	No, Bio-diesel is a substitute for petroleum diesel only; it is not suitable for use in spark ignition engines and will damage the engine. However, there is an alternative for petrol engines, which is Ethanol.
6	What are the dangers associated with Bio-diesel?
	Bio-diesel is much safer than normal mineral diesel since it presents a lower fire risk. Bio-diesel is safer than petro-diesel in terms of storage and handling. Bio-diesel has a much higher flashpoint than petro-diesel (flash point is the temperature at which the fuel becomes a mixture and ignites when exposed to a spark or flame. The flash point of Bio-diesel is 125°C, whereas that of petro-diesel is 66°C.
7	Who can benefit from Bio-diesel?
	Since Bio-diesel can be used in virtually any type of diesel engine, the applications of Bio-diesel are vast, ranging from transport vehicles to farming equipment to industrial machinery. Therefore, you can benefit from this environmentally friendly diesel alternative if you are a farmer running agricultural machinery, an industry owner with industrial generators and /or a fleet of diesel vehicles, or a simple diesel vehicle owner
8	What is meant by B5, B10, etc.?
	Bio-diesel is the name given to pure 100% Bio-diesel; it is referred to as “neat” Bio-diesel. A Bio-diesel blend is pure Bio-diesel blended with petro-diesel. Bio-diesel blends are referred to as Bxx, where the xx indicates the amount of Bio-diesel the blend contains, e.g. B5 means 5% Bio-diesel and 95% petro-diesel.
9	Can I run my engine on 100% neat Bio-diesel?
	We recommend a 5% to 10% blend of Bio-diesel with petro-diesel for use in car engines. Technically no engine modifications are needed for blends up to 10% (some experiments have proven that engine modification is not required for up to a 20% blend). However, for diesel generators, Bio-diesel can be used in neat form provided it is adequately processed to match its viscosity with that of petro-diesel.
10	Does Bio-diesel have a shelf-life?
	Yes. Petro-diesel has a shelf life, and so does Bio-diesel. We recommend that Bio-diesel be used within one year to ensure that the quality is not compromised. The world over, Bio-diesel production levels and rates are established to meet demand, so that the Bio-diesel is not stored for long periods of time. By the way, this is an advantage enjoyed only by renewable fuels; fossil fuel counterparts do not share this benefit.
11	Can I buy Bio-diesel from CPL?
	Yes you can purchase Bio-diesel from CPL for use. To book an order, you will have to register yourself first.