(The following appeared on the Bio Diesel Magazine website on June 14, 2011.)
Some railroads are beginning to recognize the benefits associated with employing a renewable fuel in their operations. In fact, Amtrak and BNSF Railway Co. are each participating in long-term biofuel trials. While there are obvious benefits of using renewable fuel in terms of energy security and reduced carbon emissions, those who wish to fuel locomotive engines with biodiesel face a different set of challenges than those using the fuel in on-road operations.
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