The Environmental Impact of Waste Oil and Waste Oil Furnaces

Waste oil furnaces are great for the environment. They ensure your used petroleum products are disposed of in an environmentally friendly way. Waste oil heaters help eco-conscious companies act on their commitment to preserve the environment, and that’s important in this day and age.

Recycling your waste oil through on-site heat recovery reduces the risks of spills and contamination, as well as saves you time, money and the harmful environmental effects of cleaning materials.

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The use of waste oil as a fuel source greatly reduces pressure on natural gas and fuel oil supplies. For every gallon of waste oil you burn, you save a gallon of oil or gasoline from the distribution chain.

Finally, Clean Energy Heating Systems’ waste oil furnaces are engineered from the ground up to burn waste oils and comply with all EPA regulations. In today’s highly regulated business landscape, it’s comforting to know the disposal of your used petroleum products complies with strict government rules and regulations.

Here are a few interesting facts from the National Oil Recyclers Association regarding waste oil:

  • Waste oil possesses nearly twice the energy value of coal and more energy than #2 fuel oil
  • One gallon of waste oil has the same amount of energy as 18 kWh of electricity
  • Owners and managers can be held responsible and fined for accidental oil spills
  • Your waste oil is worth about $3.00 per gallon when used to heat your business

If you are interested in learning how your company can positively impact the environment while saving a little “green” for yourself, waste oil furnaces from Clean Energy Heating Systems are a great choice. Contact us today to learn more.

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