Small Scale Production of Biodiesel from Used Cooking Oil: A Feasibility Study

Project Summary

This project investigated the potential for small-scale production of biodiesel from waste cooking oil in Scotland. The fuel produced could be suitable for use in non-transport applications such as diesel generators. Phase I of the project - an initial feasibility report - quantified the amount of waste cooking oil produced in Scotland, future regulatory drivers influencing disposal, the technical aspects of conversion into a useable fuel, possible end markets, environmental benefits and an overall economic appraisal. This report was produced in conjunction with the Scottish Agricultural College.

A pilot project then analysed fuel samples to determine their quality against a generator manufacturer's standard and considered the technical, legislative and economic issues involved in their production and use.

Project Partners

This work was commissioned by a partnership group comprising of Scottish Water and Forward Scotland.

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