Malaysia is about to extend the biodiesel mix mandate from B10 to B15, starting with an initial rollout of B12 biodiesel so as to strengthen the nation’s energy security, in keeping with economy minister Akmal Nasrullah Mohd Nasir, reported The Star.
The move to B15 biodiesel is not going to incur additional expenses because it is going to make use of Malaysia’s existing biodiesel mixing infrastructure, and the increased use of biodiesel is a strategic move to lengthen Malaysia’s domestic diesel supply, the economy minister said.
Biodiesel mixing mandates are policies requiring a particular percentage of renewable fuel, which is usually palm oil-based methyl ester (PME), to be mixed into fossil diesel, in keeping with the report.
“The continuing B10 implementation proves that the muse for this already exists. Due to this fact, the federal government has agreed to extend the biodiesel mix rate to B15, starting with B12,” Akmal Nasrullah said.
Meanwhile, the federal government has laid out a biofuel mitigation plan that features the upgrading of depots to accommodate B20 and B30 blends under the upcoming thirteenth Malaysia Plan, and preparations are also underway for a B30 mandate specifically for the business and public transport sectors, the economy minister continued.
“The federal government will proceed to watch global developments, ensure our energy supply stays sufficient, and speed up reforms towards a more resilient energy system as a national strategic necessity,” he said.
The economy minister identified that Malaysia has lots of untapped potential within the biodiesel sector, having produced 975,207 metric tonnes of biodiesel, despite having a complete production capability of two.36 million metric tonnes.
“This shows that the commercial foundation, supply chains, and mixing capabilities are already in place and only should be systematically strengthened to offer greater advantages to the country,” he said.
It stays to be seen if the “premium” B7 mix will stay because it is, or even have its biofuel content increased, as with the regular mix of diesel. As of April 9, the Euro 5 B10 diesel mix is priced at RM6.72 per litre, while the Euro 5 B7 mix is priced 20 sen higher at RM6.92 per litre.
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