Tuesday, October 21, 2008

Sustainable Fueling

- Michelle Skowronek

Biodiesel fuel has made its way onto the green scene.  Ithaca's very own Jeff's Towing service has gassed up with this new fuel to help save a piece of the environment. 

The fuel is made from used vegetable oil.  The vegetable oil is donated by local restaurants and then converted into biodiesel fuel.  

The best part is that prices run for about $2.50 a gallon!  That's closer to the price of regular gas than diesel fuel!

Biodiesel fuel can be used to replace any type of gas.  It works in cars, trains, airplanes and as heating oil.

If you are interested in learning how to make your own biodiesel fuel check out this link.

Also, for more information on this particular story, you can check out The Ithaca Journal.

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