Open AccessBiodiesel Clears the Air in Underground Mines, Clean Cities, Fact Sheet, June 2009
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Publication year - 2009
Language(s) - English
Resource type - Reports
DOI - 10.2172/958219
Subject(s) - inflammation , oxidative stress , chemokine , particulates , toxicity , lung , immunology , chemistry , pathology , medicine , biochemistry , organic chemistry
Mining companies are using biodiesel in their equipment to help clear the air of diesel particulate matter (DPM). This action improves air quality and protects miners' lungs. Though using biodiesel has some challenges in cold weather, tax incentives, and health benefits make it a viable option