BioHeating Oil
BioHeating oil is a clean-burning, renewable fuel made from vegetable oil instead of petroleum. Domestically produced, Bioheat can literally be grown at home-helping to support our nation’s farmers and reducing our dependence on foreign oil.
What is BioHeating Oil
BioHeating Oil is a clean-burning, renewable fuel made primarily from American soybeans.
Why should I use it?
BioHeating Oil burns cleaner, more efficiently than petroleum. It is produced in America with soybeans grown in America, reducing our dependence on foreign oil while creating jobs here at home. It's good for the environment. Local air quality is improved with lower emissions being produced. BioHeating Oil dissolves impurities (from petroleum), improving the performance and longevity of your equipment.
Do I need new equipment?
BioHeating Oil is compatible with conventional oil heaters. No modifications are necessary. It is blended with petroleum and can be mixed with fuel in your tank.
Does it cost more?
BioHeating Oil is cost-competitive with conventional heating oil while providing greater performance and system benefits.
Apgar Oil Company Becomes the First Biofuel in the Lehigh Valley
LEHIGH VALLEY, PA OCTOBER 22,2009 - At the 1st Allentown Energy Expo held Saturday, October 18th at the Allentown Brew Works, Apgar Oil Company, a family owned & operated heating oil company since 1949, announced their commitment to become the first heating oil company in Allentown, PA to provide BioHeating Oil.
Jim Apgar, Apgar Oil Company President, "We do everything we can to support the Lehigh Valley. We are excited about bringing this advanced heating fuel to the community. Since Bioheating Oil burns much cleaner than conventional oilheat our customers are contributing to cleaner air throughout the Lehigh Valley. Bioheating oil improves the overall efficiency of the heating oil system. It is remarkable how simple a change can make such a positive impact on both the performance and the air we breathe."
Jane Domitrowits, Apgar Oil CFO points out, "Bioheating oil is the most efficient heating oil available today. Looking at the environmental and performance benefits we knew this was where we needed to be. Bioheating oil is a blend of Heating oil and Biodiesel. Biodiesel is made in America, supporting American jobs and keeping American dollars in our country."
Apgar Oil Company is supplied by Amerigreen, a mid-Atlantic leader in the wholesale marketing of Biofuels with blending terminals throughout Pennsylvania and New Jersey. Amerigreen Biofuels undergo stringent quality control testing, and meets or exceeds ASTM (American Society of Testing and Materials) certification.
"This is a wonderful example of people being aware of an opportunity to do the right thing and committing themselves to it for the sake of the people they serve. I applaud Apgar for their commitment to their community. " says Ron Flick, Amerigreen Brand Manager. Apgar Oil Company will offer blends of B5 (5% biodiesel) heating oil and diesel fuel-with plans to increase the blend percentage in the future.