Frequently Asked Questions
What is Biodiesel?
• Biodiesel is an alternative to regular mineral diesel; it has all the characteristics of regular diesel but is less polluting and cleaner for your engine and the atmosphere. Our biodiesel is made from used vegetable oil not oil grown and imported from overseas. The oil goes through a chemical process called Transesterification to remove the fats and starches; it is then cleaned and filtered to produce a high quality, clean and cheaper fuel made from a sustainable source.
Why Should I Use Biodiesel?
• Apart from being cheaper than regular diesel, by using biodiesel you are helping to greatly reduce atmospheric carbon dioxide and sulphur dioxide emissions. Our biodiesel is manufactured from waste oils that would normally be sent to landfill sites or illegally poured into the sewerage system.
Can I Use Biodiesel In Any Diesel Engine?
• Yes, nearly all diesel engines can use biodiesel without any modification. Our fuel contains additives to ensure it is compatible with most diesel engine vehicles in use (including in winter). Biodiesel is supported by many major vehicle and engine manufacturers including VW, Jeep, Skoda, Volvo, Scania, MAN and Iveco. We regularly supply biodiesel to customers with new vehicles including those with high pressure computerised fuel systems (CDI, TDI, TDCI, HDI, D4D etc). Our biodiesel conforms to the EN14214 standard and for extra piece of mind we hold full product liability insurance.
Will I get the same performance and MPG?
• Tests conducted by the University of Huddersfield and customers tell us most vehicles achieve better MPG and performance on biodiesel. We use specially formulated additives in our PLUS+ Biodiesel to ensure our fuel at least delivers the same performance as standard diesel.
Is Biodiesel safe to handle and store?
• Yes, B100 Biodiesel is less toxic than salt and more bio-degradable than sugar making it an excellent fuel for sensitive areas such as near rivers, canals, farmland and nature reserves. Biodiesel can be stored in unlimited quanities without a specific permit.
Do I need to modify my vehicle to run on Biodiesel?
• No, Our standard biodiesel conforms to the EN14214 standard and our PLUS+ B100 Biodiesel contains additives to ensure in can be used in almost all vehicles without any modifications – even in winter. Biodiesel is a great solvent and lubricant and will clean out any sediment in your fuel tank deposited by normal diesel leaving you with a clean fuel system. When you first switch to biodiesel we recommend changing your fuel filter after the first 500 miles, normally we can do this for you...just ask.
Can I still use normal diesel too?
• Yes, Biodiesel and normal diesel can be mixed in any percentage. If you have any queries please contact us.
Is It Legal To Use Biodiesel On The Road?
• Yes, Greenworld Biodiesel is registered with the HMRC as a manufacturer and supplier of biodiesel. We pay the road fuel duty required by law on your behalf just like a normal filling station. If you need fuel for off-road use we can supply road duty free fuel but we have to be satisfied that your stated use is accurate and we may ask for proof.
Do You Deliver?
• Yes, Greenworld Biodiesel deliver fuel to customers across the UK mainland. We can deliver in 205 litre drums, 1,000 litre pallet tanks (IBC) or in bulk. Most deliveries can be made next business day. Contact us with your post code for a quote.
Our Permits
• Our Waste Carriers Licence number is: CB/LN5474QU.
• Our IPP (Intergrated Pollution Prevention) permit number is: RP3235GY.
Finding Biodiesel in the UK
• We understand that our customers are travelling around the UK frequently and can’t always fill-up with biodiesel at Greenworld. Have a look at our friends at Biodiesel Filling Stations this great little site lists almost every biodiesel supplier in the UK.
Points to Note . . .
• If your vehicle is pre 1994, your fuel pipes may be made of rubber which, over time, can be broken down by Biodiesel use. You may, therefore, need to change the pipes to plastic pipes (all modern diesel vehicles are fitted with plastic pipes as standard).
• Only fuel supplied in winter is protected against frost, if you buy from us in summer and require frost protection please tell us when ordering.