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University Makes Switch to Biodiesel


(Picture courtesy of Northwest Missouri State University)

In June 2001, Northwest Missouri State University received its first shipment of B20 fuel.  Northwest's buses and semi-tractors and a few other vehicles are burning the fuel.

"We've had no problems and really don't expect any," said Larry Cady, a transportation supervisor.  "We don't have any doubts it'll be ok."

The university switched to biodiesel in part because of government regulations that will require emissions.  Vehicles burning the fuel emit significantly less carbon monoxide, carbon dioxide, hydrocarbons and sulfur.  The fumes also smell better -- more like french fries than oil refineries, said Tom Verry of the Missouri Soybean Association.

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