Biofuels
Biofuels are fuels that can be produced from renewable materials, such as plant and animal matter. They are usually blended with petrol and diesel to make biofuel blends.
Why use biofuels?
Sustainably-produced biofuels have many benefits. By using a renewable alternative to fossil fuels to run our cars we can:
- Reduce greenhouse gas emissions which contribute to climate change
- Improve air quality by reducing air pollution
- Lessen our dependence on imported oil.
Biofuels have been in use worldwide for over 20 years now. South America, the United States, Canada, parts of Europe, Asia and Australia all use biofuel blends.
One of the easiest things New Zealand drivers can do to help the environment is to start using sustainable biofuels.
More information
- Types of biofuels: bioethanol and biodiesel, and tips for using them
- Using biofuels in New Zealand: sustainability, specifications and regulations
- Download the Biofuels factsheet.
