Sustainable Fuel

Biofuels may seem like a straightforward answer to our energy problems, but unfortunately, the current methods for producing them have very serious environmental repercussions. Although studies show that the emissions from biofuels are significantly less than that of petroleum-based fuels, current production techniques are unsustainable.

As long as we depend on cultivation methods that require the use of pesticides, intensive water input, petroleum-based fertilizers, and the energy required to transport these fuels across the nation, we will not reach true economic and ecological sustainability.

In addition, forests around the globe that are essential for elimination of carbon dioxide emissions in the atmosphere are being cut down for the purpose of biofuel production; moreover, the resulting habitat destruction also threatens and endangers many animal species. Biofuels also have negative environmental impacts on our water, since biofuel production requires intensive water input, and the effluent produced from the production process results in the pollution of many of the planet’s streams and rivers.

Facts according to the EPA and National Biodiesel Board :

Biodiesel is less toxic than table salt and biodegrades as fast as sugar. When compared to petroleum diesel, biodiesel (B-100):

• Contains no sulfates (which cause acid rain)


• Emits 50% less particulate matter (which contributes to soot)


• Emits 50% less carbon monoxide (which indirectly produces greenhouse gases)


• Emits 78% less net atmospheric carbon over the production cycle

Biofuels lessen our dependence on foreign oil, and are therefore an asset to national security. In fact biofuels create localized fuel economies, because a fuel supply can exist anywhere the feedstock can be grown and processed.

SSRD Inc. is currently creating a facility for sustainable biofuel cultivation and processing.

For more information on how to become involved, or for investment opportunity, please contact SSRD Inc.

Learn more about SSRD's Sustainable Biodiesel Project (requires login)