Biodiesel Basics

This lecture covers the basics of biodiesel, including its production process from vegetable oils, its potential to replace fossil fuels, and its energy content and emissions compared to traditional fuels. The instructor discusses the growth of global biodiesel production and the energy yield of biodiesel and ethanol. Moreover, the lecture explores how biodiesel is a cleaner burning replacement fuel made from renewable sources, suitable for both existing and new diesel engines.