Among the benefits of the Amyris Renewable Diesel are:
Over 80% reduction in greenhouse gas emissions when compared to petroleum-sourced diesel on a lifecycle basis;
No sulfur, significantly improving air quality while reducing harmful particulate matter (PM) and oxides of nitrogen (NOx) pollution;
High cetane number, which is the measurement of the combustion quality of diesel fuel during compression ignition with direct influence on the engine startup and its performance under load;
Very low cloud point, allowing its use in low temperatures without causing filter clogging; and,
Ideal lubricity, required for the protection of the fuel injection systems.