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Biodiesel Pilot ProgramHelping 4 Wing Cold Lake meet its environmental objectives
That's because turning plans into reality is one of DCC's specialties. And on 4 Wing Cold Lake, the introduction of the biodiesel fuel pilot program shows how DCC's technical expertise and entrepreneurial approach is helping DND meet its environmental objectives. For two years, members from Wing Logistics and DCC's site office worked together to develop and implement the biodiesel trial, officially launched in September 2005. Under this program, 4 Wing will fuel 64 of its 282 ground vehicles with a two per cent blend of canola-based biodiesel.
DCC worked as a key part of the DND team. We helped write up the scope of work, assisted with the design process, procured the contractors to complete the work, managed the contract, and commissioned the facilities. We turned an idea into something that could have a profoundly positive impact on the Canadian Forces. If the trial is a success, 4 Wing plans to increase the biodiesel concentration up to 20 per cent. The Canadian Forces may also extend the program to include other non-deployable vehicles. If the results are successful, similar programs could appear on bases across the country. Related link: Canadian Renewable Fuels Association
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When officials at 4 Wing Cold Lake decided to become the first base in Canada to offer biodiesel fuel for its fleet, Defence Construction Canada was tapped to make sure the plan flowed smoothly.
Environmentally-friendly biodiesel is produced from several renewable resources, including waste vegetable oils and animal fats. It also produces fewer unburned hydrocarbons, carbon monoxide, polycyclic aromatic hydrocarbons, and other greenhouse gases. And there's a reliable supply of canola to be found on the prairies, allowing locally produced resources to be used.