E85 & Biodiesel Regional
Forecast
GLICCC Advancing the Choice
Presented by Rhea Courtney Bozic- CFC
And Frank McCabe- P.W. Grosser
What is biodiesel?
• Renewable biofuel that can be made from recycled
or agricultural products- example, waste greases,
fats and oils: soy, canola and other crop oils
• Runs in diesel engines- manufacturers set
recommended blend/s
• ASTM for the fuel, and quality control program
BQ-9000
What is E85?
E85: 85 percent ethanol/15 % gasoline
 Has ¾ BTU value of gasoline
 Runs in millions of vehicles NOW with no
change. Flexible fuel vehicles run on
gasoline or E85
 Higher octane- 105, Burns cleaner
 Benefits farmers & farm economy
What about using E85?
• Will it hurt my car?
• Once I start using it, am
I stuck with it?
• Can I use gasoline
again?
• Stations switch to lower
blend E70 in winter or
even lower based on
new ASTM
 Not if you have one of
the 7 million FFV’s on
the road
 No! If you run out of
E85, you can fill up
with gasoline.
 You can switch
between E85 and
gasoline as much as
you want.
Production of ethanol and
biodiesel in New York State
• Major effort in upstate
region- example here is
Western NY Energy
ethanol plant in Medina
• Northern Biodiesel plant in
Ontario, NY supplies
numerous regions
• Upstate areas can become
much more “energy
independent”
What is a Flexible Fuel Vehicle?
• This is a normal car or
truck like any other,
that has slight fuel
system modifications
to run on any blend of
ethanol/gasoline (up to
85% ethanol)
• Fuel line, tank and fuel
sensor are modified
• No extra cost
Who Makes Flexible Fuel
Vehicles?
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Some of the past & present choices include:
General Motors- Yukon, Tahoe, Suburban,
Uplander, Silverado/Sierra, Impala, Equinox
Ford- F and E series, Escape, Crown Vic (end
2011)
Chrysler- 200, 300, Ram trucks, Jeep Commander,
Durango, Charger, Sebring, Town & Country
Nissan- Tundra, Titan, Armada
Mercedes- C300, C350, ML350
How can I recognize an FFV?
• Look in gas door for
“this vehicle runs on
gasoline/E85”
• Look for rear badge
• New models have
yellow gas caps
• Older Fords have Green
leaf symbol on rear
• Vin # or owners
manual- website source
How about the biodiesel?
• Major Distributors- Sprague, Ultra Green,
Metro
• Terminals in Oceanside, New Hyde Park,
Port Chester, Calverton NY
• Rack injection blending- high quality
product, every time
• Smaller suppliers out there- ask Carl!
New York- new programs for
Biofuels Stations
• State Energy
Research and
Development
Authority program
to encourage
biofuels
infrastructure
“Driving Biofuels”
• Original Internal
benchmark of 300
stations set
Long Island Region- what we have now!
• Approximately 40 E85 stations with help from
NYSERDA
• Need more biodiesel stations- currently limited to 1
• Sales of approximately 500,000 plus gallons per
month of E85- biodiesel is more prominent in
heating oil
• Major fuel distribution via Northville and Sprague
• Local governments are increasing their awareness.
New York City is a leader in biofuels use, LI needs
to catch up
• Buy American attitude
Where do I get the fuel? Finding
stations
• E85 is found all over Long Island; biodiesel
is harder to track down
• Can Google the Alternative Fuel Data
Center’s Station Locator and put in your
address
• Growth Energy Market Development’s
website
• National Biodiesel Board and Foundation
What’s the bad part?
• E85 has less energy content than gasoline, so the mileage
goes down (10-28% depending on vehicle and driving
habits)
• E85 likes to absorb water- make sure tank top piping and
sump are tight; keep an eye on the dispenser filter
• Biodiesel gelling issue- cold weather performance
• Originally, some majors didn’t want to let you put it under
the canopy, or on the same island as their products; idea was
it was taking away from other product
• Misinformation- example takes away food from people, or
uses more energy to make
• Price swings and ties to gasoline & diesel costs
Signage and Imaging for E85
• This is the most recognized
pump image for E85, and
was developed by the
Minnesota Corn Growers
and NEVC
• Growth Energy can supply
Imaging Package for new
stations, with pump
toppers, nozzle covers, and
marquis signs
• Don’t forget to get a
banner!
National Biodiesel Board
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Has imaging supplies
Case Studies
Technical papers and data support
Quality control/product assurance
Regional assistance for events
Official Vehicles for E85
• Police/First Responder
GM Tahoe/Caprice
• GM Impala Sedan
police package
• GM Suburban, Yukon,
Tahoe
• Dodge Avenger police
package
Biodiesel and E85 Code Requirements
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Regulatory Codes
National Fire Protection Association
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NFPA 30: Flammable and Combustible Liquids Code
NFPA 30A: Motor Fueling Dispensing Facilities and
Repair Garages
NFPA 70: National Electric Code
Local Codes
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State / County / City Health Department Regulations
Building Code / Fire Marshal
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Biodiesel/E85 Location of USTs – NFPA 30/30A
The distance from any part of an
underground tank storing Class I,
II, or III liquids:
• shall be not less than 1 ft. from
any basement (Best Management
Practice [BMP] – 15-20 feet)
Property Line
15
ft.
15
ft.
15
ft.
USTs
• shall be not less than 3 ft. from
any property line than can be built
upon (BMP – 15-20 feet)
Building with
basement
Dispensing devices shall be
located:
• 10 feet or more from property
lines
• 10 feet of more from buildings,
other than canopies
Dispensers
10
ft.
• such that the nozzle will not
reach within 5 feet of building
openings
Sidewalk
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Biodiesel/E85 Refueling Station Equipment
• Double Wall FRP Underground Storage Tank
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Biodiesel/E85 Refueling Station Equipment
• Underground Piping
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Biodiesel/E85 Refueling Station Equipment
• Biodiesel Dispenser
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Contact Info
Rhea Courtney Bozic
Clean Fuels Consulting
www.greeningyourfleet.com
631-665-6513
Frank McCabe, PE
PW Grosser & Associates
631-589-6353
www.pwgrosser.com