The product

In the future, Uniol will be producing biodiesel based on a so called multi feed stock technology. This implies a broader range of possibilities with regard to feedstock alternatives, for example different blends of vegetable oil, in addition to animal fat and used cooking oil.  The biodiesel is transformed from vegetable oil to a so called methylesther by adding 10 % methanol. 

Biodiesel has similar spark characheristics to that of mineral diesel, and can be used as fuel in a car engine without major adjustments or changes. It’s entirely feasible to use 100 % biodiesel in a car engine, or any blend of mineral diesel and  biodiesel.

The quality of biofuels available in the Norwegian market varies. Uniol is positioned to deliver premium products within its segment.

• The biodiesel from Uniol is within the European standard requirements  - EN 14214.
• The biodiesel from Uniol reduces green house gas emissions
• The biodiesel from Uniol has better lubricity than fossil fuel, has somewhat lower energy density, but at the same time higher yield
• 5% (B05) blend of biodiesel in fossil fuel is currently allowed, but in order to increase the blending ratio, special approval is required from the car manufacturer, although a car engine can run 100 % on biodiesel with minor adjustments.

 

The Production

This volume constitutes appr. 5 % of the yearly Norwegian diesel consumption for transportation

In accordance with the company’s strong environmental profile, Uniol has invested in technology that guarantees zero emissions to the environment, in that:
• All water is recycled internally
• All biproducts from the production are sold and used as raw material, for example for the production of  biogas
• All production processes uses steam from combustion of household waste, which is environmentally friendly