Global Clean Energy Delivers First Renewable Diesel from Bakersfield Facility
Global Clean Energy Holdings, Inc., a leader in renewable fuels innovation and camelina production, has announced a major achievement with the commercial operation of its Bakersfield Renewable Fuels Facility. This facility, which produces approximately 250,000 gallons of renewable diesel daily, represents a significant milestone for the company as it begins delivering sustainable, low-carbon, and cost-efficient fuel to the market.
The Bakersfield Renewable Fuels Facility utilizes patented, highly scalable non-food camelina varieties to create renewable diesel. This biofuel is able to reduce carbon and greenhouse gas emissions by up to 90% compared to traditional petroleum-based diesel. With a design capacity of up to 210 million gallons annually, the facility not only produces renewable diesel but also generates other valuable co-products, such as renewable propane and renewable butane. These sustainable by-products further contribute to cleaner air quality and support a more sustainable energy future.
“This is an incredibly proud moment for Global Clean Energy,” said Noah Verleun, President & CEO. “Our team’s dedication over the past several years has made this achievement possible. This milestone underscores the potential of our unique vertically integrated business model, which spans camelina production to refining. It positions us to meet the growing, long-term demand for renewable fuel.”
The company’s renewable fuels are being sold through its truck loading facility in Bakersfield under a supply and offtake agreement with Vitol, Inc. Global Clean Energy’s vertically integrated, capital-light, farm-to-fuel business model is one of its key strengths. The combination of the Bakersfield Facility’s advantageous logistics and the ability to use multiple feedstocks provides operational efficiencies and production flexibility. This approach ensures that Global Clean Energy can respond effectively to market needs while maintaining sustainability in its operations.
Global Clean Energy Holdings is at the forefront of developing renewable fuels, specializing in the cultivation of camelina, a non-food, regenerative, intermediate oilseed crop used for producing advanced biofuels and biomaterials. With its farm-to-fuel value chain, which integrates everything from the laboratory to the farm gate and final production of renewable fuels, Global Clean Energy is well-positioned to provide reliable, ultra-low carbon feedstocks. This integration is unmatched in the sustainable fuels industry, ensuring the company’s leadership in the transition to renewable energy.
This milestone is particularly significant as it aligns with the increasing global demand for renewable fuels driven by stricter environmental regulations and the urgent need to reduce carbon emissions. Renewable diesel, like the one produced at the Bakersfield facility, is gaining traction as an essential part of the clean energy transition, offering an immediate and scalable solution for reducing reliance on fossil fuels.
The renewable diesel produced at the Bakersfield facility is set to play a key role in decarbonizing sectors such as transportation, industrial heating, and power generation. By leveraging camelina, a crop that can be grown on marginal lands and does not compete with food production, the company is contributing to a more sustainable and efficient agricultural model. Camelina’s low water usage and its ability to thrive on non-arable land further enhance the sustainability of the entire production process.
Looking ahead, Global Clean Energy is focused on expanding its production capacity and continuing to innovate in the renewable fuels space. The company is committed to reducing carbon emissions, driving forward the development of sustainable energy solutions, and ensuring a cleaner and greener future. With its cutting-edge technology, dedicated team, and strong market position, Global Clean Energy is well on its way to becoming a leading player in the renewable fuels industry.
As the company continues to build on its success, it remains committed to delivering on its mission of providing high-quality, sustainable energy solutions while meeting the world’s growing demand for cleaner alternatives to traditional fossil fuels. The operation of the Bakersfield Renewable Fuels Facility is just the beginning of what promises to be a long and successful journey towards a more sustainable energy future.
