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Industry Review (April, 2011)

Industry Review of BC and Manitoba markets shows introduction of biodiesel has not caused operability problems for transport industry.


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The information and links in this historical archive section have been kept as many provide valuable educational material.  However, some of the information may be dated. Please refer to the Resources section for recent publications.

 


BioFleet Case Studies

BioFleet Case #1: BC Municipal Fleet Managers (pdf)

BioFleet Case #2: City of Vancouver - Off Road (pdf)

BioFleet Case #3: TSI Terminals, Vancouver BC (pdf)

BioFleet Case #4: West Coast Reduction (pdf)

BioFleet Case #5: Little Bear Fish Hatchery (pdf)

BioFleet Case #6: Langley Fire Department (pdf)

BioFleet Case #7: Cascadia (pdf)

BioFleet Case #8: Canadian Rockies Public Schools (pdf) 

BioFleet Case #9: Alberta Processing Co. (pdf)

BioFleet Case #10: Saskatchewan Transportation Company (pdf)

BioFleet Case #11: Parks Canada (pdf)

BioFleet Case #12: Price Rite Fuels (pdf)

 


Other Case Studies

Saskatoon Biobus (pdf)

Cranmore NH Ski Resort (pdf)

Renewable Diesel Characterization Study (RDCS) (pdf)

Alberta Renewable Diesel Demonstration (or ARDD) (pdf)

 


Reports

Also see the reports associated with specific Demonstrations and Case Studies

British Columbia
  1. Biodiesel in British Columbia - Feasibility Study Report (pdf)
  2. An Information Guide on Pursuing Biomass Energy Opportunities and Technologies in British Columbia (pdf)
Manitoba:
  1. Biodiesel: Made in Manitoba 2005 (pdf)
  2. Border Chemical March 2008 - B5 Long Haul (pdf)
Canada:
  1. Assessment of the Biodiesel Distribution Infrastructure in Canada (pdf)
  2. Economic Analysis of Biodiesel in Underground Mines (pdf)
  3. A Critical Cost Benefit of Oilseed Biodiesel in Canada (pdf)
  4. Analyzing the Biofuels Market in Canada (info page - report for sale)
International:
  1. John Deere Biofuels White Paper 2007 (pdf)
  2. NREL Biodiesel Transit Bus Study 2006 (pdf)
  3. Biodiesel Cold Weather Blending Study (pdf)
  4. NREL Biodiesel Production Technology Report 2004 (pdf)
  5. US Dept of Labour Report on Biodiesel Use in Underground Mine in Kentucky 2003 (pdf)
  6. NBB Biodiesel in Underground Mines 1997 (pdf)
  7. NBB Biodiesel for Underground Mines 1995 (pdf)
  8. NBB Study Marine Market Report 1995 (pdf)
  9. School Buses in Kentucky (pdf)
  10.  SAE International 2007 Fuels and Emissions Conference: Biodiesels (link to list of papers for sale)
  11.  NREL Study - B20 is NOx Neutral
  12. Biodiesel 2020: A Global Market Survey, 2nd Edition (summary and order form)
  13. NREL - Handbook for Handling, Storing, and Dispensing E85 (pdf)

 


 

Videos

The BioFleet Educational Video Series includes interviews with fleet managers who have used biodiesel and leading industry experts. They provide practical advice for fleet managers and others with an interest in using this fuel.

BioFleet Educational Video Series (Updated 2007):

  1. Diesel Fuel and Biodiesel 

  2. Biodiesel 101

  3. Biodiesel Production

  4. Fuel Quality Specifications

  5. Blending and Supply

  6. Handling and Storage

  7. Cold Weather

  8. Warranties

  9. Emissions Reductions

  10.  Ultra Low Sulphur Diesel and Biodiesel

  11.  Biodiesel Economics

  12.  Marine and Other Applications

  13.  Supporters

Note: These files are large and may take a few minutes to download on a broadband connection.

These videos are also available in full quality on DVD. If you are interested purchasing copies of the DVD please contact Jim Vanderwal with the Fraser Basin Council (604) 488-5359.

Other Biodiesel Videos:

  1. Biodiesel At Corporation of Delta

  2. Solazyme Unveils Renewable Biodiesel Derived from Algae (YouTube)

Biodiesel Videos on Other Sites:

  1. Biodiesel for Beginners with Jack Lee, CEO of 4Refuel

  2. A-Channel Report on Duncan's Switch to Biodiesel

 

Last Updated on Thursday, 31 March 2011 16:00
 


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