The Best Perk of Bioheat® Fuel: New York’s Sustainable Energy Blend

You've likely heard buzz surrounding Bioheat® fuel, a sustainable energy source. Domestically produced Bioheat® fuel is a blend of heating fuel and at least 5% renewable biodiesel. The percentage of biodiesel in Bioheat® fuel is what makes it so sustainable; currently, Bioheat® fuel blends range from 2% to 20% biodiesel. If these percentages sound familiar, it’s because all heating oil sold in New York State contains at least 5% biodiesel, making it B5 Bioheat® fuel. But there's more important information that New York residents should know about this eco-friendly fuel.

Current blends of Bioheat® fuel require no expensive modifications to your existing heating equipment. You can use Bioheat® fuel within your current heating oil furnace, boiler, or water heater. This means there are no upfront costs for new equipment or modifying your home. Bioheat® fuel users may also enjoy high-efficiency equipment's smoother operation and extended lifespan—all without sacrificing comfort.

The Benefits of Bioheat® Fuel Don't End There

There are some other top perks that New York homeowners and business owners enjoy when using Bioheat® fuel. Here are seven substantial benefits:

1. Fewer emissions – As mentioned above, the low-carbon heating solution Bioheat® fuel is a blend of heating fuel and renewable biodiesel, which is made from various waste products or by-products of existing food supply lines, reducing greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions significantly. Because a variety of surplus feedstocks are used, biodiesel achieves substantial emission reductions substantially when compared to petroleum diesel. And the industry has initiatives in place to continue reducing emissions.

2. Cleaner air for better health – Studies show that transitioning to biodiesel and Bioheat® fuel can significantly improve health and, subsequently, our daily lives.

3. The affordable cost – Bioheat® fuel is competitively priced, and it’s possible that your local fuel provider may offer prompt payment or payment plan discounts. Bioheat® fuel's affordable pricing combined with discounts or payment plans from your local heating company can make your winter heating bills easier to manage.

4. Wide availability across the state – Fuel providers across the state deliver Bioheat® fuel and most of these companies are local, family-owned businesses. These businesses have been serving their customers and employing community members for decades. Bioheat® fuel is not only widely available, but it's also adding jobs and revenue to local economies.

5. Reduction of carbon output in our environment – Made with net-zero carbon biodiesel, Bioheat® fuel produces few emissions. This low carbon liquid heating fuel is on its way to reaching net-zero carbon emissions by 2050. However, because it can be used in today's high-efficiency heating oil equipment without modification, Bioheat® fuel can contribute to decarbonization efforts right now.

6. Extended equipment lifespan – Bioheat® fuel can extend the life of heating equipment, reduce fuel consumption, and ultimately help you save money. Since Bioheat® fuel is an ultra-low-sulfur heating fuel, heating systems that use it will experience far less buildup, meaning fewer visits from your heating service provider are necessary to keep your equipment running in peak condition. In turn, your heating system will operate efficiently and economically, which is good for the environment as well as your wallet.

Bioheat® fuel is an affordable solution to renewable home heating, especially as the energy blend continually lowers its carbon content over time.

It's clear that the inclusion of Bioheat® fuel in New York's energy initiative is a cost-effective and attainable action for homeowners and business owners across the state, making it a viable and important part of the state’s goals to reduce emissions. Visit BetterWithBioheat.com and MyBioheat.com to find more helpful information and resources for New York residents.