Compared to petroleum diesel, biodiesel:
- Can be produced domestically
- Is a renewable resource
- Is biodegradable
- Is not dangerous to handle and store
- Provides economic gain to American farmers and industry
- Does not contribute to global warming
- Releases no toxic byproducts in emissions
- Does not contribute to sulfur pollution (acid rain)
- Procurement does not pollute local environments
- Is not toxic to humans and other animals