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Co-Refining: Advancing the Future of Integrated Fuel Production
Co-refining is emerging as a strategic approach in the energy and refining industry, enabling conventional refineries to process renewable and fossil-based feedstocks together. By integrating bio-based oils, waste-derived feedstocks, or synthetic intermediates into existing refining infrastructure, co-refining supports the transition toward lower-carbon fuels without requiring entirely new facilities. This approach offers refiners a practical pathway to improve sustainability while maintaining operational efficiency and product quality.
One of the key advantages of co-refining is its flexibility. Refineries can blend renewable inputs such as used cooking oil, animal fats, or bio-oils with crude oil streams, producing transportation fuels that meet regulatory standards. This flexibility allows refiners to respond quickly to changing market demands, fuel regulations, and carbon reduction targets. Additionally, co-refining leverages existing assets, reducing capital expenditure compared to standalone bio-refineries.
From a sustainability perspective, co-refining plays a vital role in reducing greenhouse gas emissions. By partially replacing fossil feedstocks with renewable…