February 11, 2025
Bioheat® fuel is a low-carbon heating fuel that’s been delivered by your friends here at Falmouth Energy for years now on Cape Cod, but there are still several common misconceptions about this renewable heating option. You may have heard that Bioheat® fuel can reduce emissions and improve system efficiency—but is it as sustainable and cost-effective as you’ve heard? Do you need to upgrade your heating system to use it? Let’s dive into the details and clear up any potential confusion surrounding Bioheat® fuel.
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Bioheat® Fuel: Fact or Fiction?
Fact or Fiction? Bioheat® fuel produces fewer carbon emissions.
FACT! Bioheat® fuel is a low-carbon heating fuel because it is made by blending ultra-low sulfur heating fuel with renewable biodiesel. The biodiesel content in Bioheat® fuel is what causes it to produce fewer carbon emissions compared to traditional heating fuel.
Fact or Fiction? Bioheat® fuel is a renewable heating fuel made from organic materials.
FACT! The biodiesel used to make Bioheat® fuel is renewable because it is made from renewable and recycled resources, like plant oils and recycled grease.
Fact or Fiction? Biodiesel is made from trash.
FICTION! Biodiesel is not made from trash in a landfill. Instead, it is made from agricultural byproducts and used cooking oil that would otherwise go to waste (and maybe end up in that landfill!).
Fact or Fiction? You need a new heating system to use Bioheat® fuel in your home.
FICTION! You can upgrade to Bioheat® fuel using your existing heating oil equipment, with no modifications required.
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Get Bioheat® Fuel Delivered by Your Local Experts
Need a Bioheat® fuel delivery? Look no further than the pros here at Falmouth Energy! In addition to dependable, timely fuel deliveries, we proudly provide HVAC equipment installation and maintenance, comprehensive service plans, and so much more. Contact us today to sign up for automatic delivery or become a customer—we can’t wait to work with you!
