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BRIEFING: Vegetable oil biodiesel sometimes offers little climate benefits

Published 10:17 on November 25, 2025 / Last updated at 10:17 on November 25, 2025 / / Americas (US & Canada), Asia Pacific (Asia), EMEA (Europe), Insights (Briefings), Net Zero Transition (Transport & Heating Fuels)

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Biodiesel and renewable diesel produced from vegetable oils can deliver little or no net greenhouse gas benefit compared to fossil diesel in some instances, and in some cases perform worse, an expert said during a webinar on Friday.
Biodiesel and renewable diesel produced from vegetable oils can deliver little or no net greenhouse gas benefit compared to fossil diesel in some instances, and in some cases perform worse, an expert said during a webinar on Friday.


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