A Brazilian city is putting cleaner transport to the test—swapping diesel for renewable biofuel made from waste oils, soy, and animal fats in a push for greener streets.
In a bold climate move, Brazil has launched a pilot project in Passo Fundo to replace diesel with renewable biofuel across parts of its municipal vehicle fleet.
The initiative, reported via TV BRICS partner Metrópoles, is testing how buses, trucks, and heavy equipment perform on a pure biofuel made from sources like soy, animal fats, and used cooking oil.
About 17 municipal vehicles are involved in the first phase, with officials hoping to eventually scale up and phase out fossil diesel in the city’s public transport system.
Unlike traditional biodiesel blends, this fuel is designed for 100% use in diesel engines without modification, making the transition easier and cheaper for cities.
Authorities say the goal is simple: cut emissions, reduce air pollution, and improve urban living conditions while tapping into locally available agricultural resources.
If successful, the project could turn Passo Fundo into a model for clean transport and accelerate wider adoption of renewable fuels across Brazil.
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