Approaches to Renewable Diesel Production

Governmental policies throughout the world are mandating the use of biofuels as a complement to traditional petroleum based fuels. Biofuels processing and associated handling of oxygenated compounds in refineries accustomed to handling primarily hydrocarbon streams requires innovation and novel solutions. In addition to being capable of handling a wide array of new bio-feedstocks, solutions must address challenges including: catalyst selection, product cold flow properties, heat release, CO management, and corrosion concerns. In addition, regulatory provisions are needed for a broader range of hydroprocessing solutions, such as FCC pretreatment hydrotreaters.