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LAPSE:2021.0236
The Challenges of a Biodiesel Implementation Program in Malaysia
Zulqarnain, Mohd Hizami Mohd Yusoff, Muhammad Ayoub, Norwahyu Jusoh, Ahmad Zuhairi Abdullah
April 27, 2021
The palm biodiesel industry is facing many challenges implementing biodiesel program in Malaysia. This paper addresses the importance of the B10 blend (10% biodiesel, 90% petroleum diesel), global challenges of palm oil import and export, and protective measures for continuous positive growth of the palm oil sector. Palm oil is the backbone of Malaysia’s economy, covering more than 5% of its gross domestic product (GDP). The key steps taken by the Malaysian government for the successful implementation of the B10 program are discussed in this review study. Till now, B5 and B7 biodiesel programs have been successfully implemented in Malaysia. The B10 biodiesel program is attractive because of the developed local palm oil sector. The B10 biodiesel program will increase the use of renewable energy sources, and is expected to increase the productivity of palm oil and biodiesel implementation in the country. Despite successful B5 and B7 programs, Malaysia is facing challenges for the implementation of biodiesel due to fluctuation in crude palm oil prices, low domestic usage of palm oil, and vehicle warranty. The improvement of palm oil and promotion of B10 through targeted agencies in the central region of Malaysia will help to implement the biodiesel program successfully.
Keywords
biodiesel implementation, oleo chemical, palm oil
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Zulqarnain, Yusoff MHM, Ayoub M, Jusoh N, Abdullah AZ. The Challenges of a Biodiesel Implementation Program in Malaysia. (2021). LAPSE:2021.0236
Author Affiliations
Zulqarnain: HICoE−Center for Biofuel and Biochemical Research, Institute of Self-Sustainable Building, Department of Chemical Engineering, Universiti Teknologi PETRONAS, Seri Iskandar 32610, Malaysia
Yusoff MHM: HICoE−Center for Biofuel and Biochemical Research, Institute of Self-Sustainable Building, Department of Chemical Engineering, Universiti Teknologi PETRONAS, Seri Iskandar 32610, Malaysia
Ayoub M: HICoE−Center for Biofuel and Biochemical Research, Institute of Self-Sustainable Building, Department of Chemical Engineering, Universiti Teknologi PETRONAS, Seri Iskandar 32610, Malaysia [ORCID]
Jusoh N: CO2 Research Centre (CO2RES), Chemical Engineering Department, Universiti Teknologi PETRONAS, Bandar Seri Iskandar 32610, Malaysia
Abdullah AZ: School of Chemical Engineering, Universiti Sains Malaysia, Engineering Campus, Nibong Tebal 14300, Malaysia
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Processes
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8
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10
Article Number
E1244
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2020
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2020-10-02
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2227-9717
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PII: pr8101244, Publication Type: Review
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