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Co-Refining: A Modern Pathway to Cleaner Fuels
Co-refining has emerged as one of the most promising transitional technologies in the global shift toward low-carbon energy systems. Rather than replacing the existing refinery infrastructure entirely, co-refining allows renewable feedstocks—such as bio-oils, vegetable oils, agricultural residues, or waste-derived oils—to be processed alongside traditional petroleum streams. This dual-input system provides a flexible and economically viable route to producing cleaner fuels while reducing overall carbon intensity.
At its core, co-refining leverages the sophisticated equipment and catalytic processes already used in conventional refineries. By introducing renewable materials into units such as hydrocrackers, fluid catalytic crackers, or hydrotreaters, refineries can generate sustainable fuels like renewable diesel, bio-jet fuel, naphtha, and even renewable LPG. The advantage lies in compatibility: instead of constructing entirely new biofuel plants, companies can adapt existing infrastructures with minimized capital investment.
One of the major benefits of co-refining is its ability to scale quickly. Refineries can adjust blending ratios based…





