Waste Hot Pot Oil Transformed into Green UCO: Flexitanks Delivering the New Energy

Chinese have been dedicated to the refinement of food throughout history, exhibiting creativity and uniqueness. Hot pot, a food that the allure has persisted through the ages, becoming a globally popular Chinese cuisine, especially cherished during the cold winter. Have you ever wondered where the waste oil from hot pots ends up? Is there concern that it might transform into 'gutter oil' circulating back into the market? In reality, waste cooking oil now has a new identity—UCO (Used Cooking Oil)—and has evolved into a green and sustainable energy source. The transformation of waste hot pot oil into a valuable resource has not only propelled the development of companies relying on fats for significant income but has also severed gutter oil from the food industry's cycle.

UCO, a novel renewable energy source, can be refined into biodiesel, Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF), and more. It not only comes at a lower cost—only a third of the price of fresh vegetable oil—but is also highly effective in reducing carbon emissions. According to research data from the U.S. Argonne National Laboratory in 2022, UCO's carbon density is lower than that of palm oil and rapeseed oil, potentially reducing greenhouse gas emissions by up to 83%.

China stands as the world's largest producer of UCO, with vast quantities being imported annually by countries, mainly in the European Union. Following the implementation of the "Inflation Reduction Act," the demand for UCO from China has skyrocketed, with the U.S. surpassing the EU in importing UCO in 2023.

For such a low-carbon and environmentally friendly new energy source, reliable packaging is essential, and LAF recommends the economical and practical flexitank for transport. Here's why:

• Increased Loading Capacity: LAF Flexitanks can load 15% more than IBC and 40% more than drums in a standard 20-foot container, enhancing the loading capacity per container unit.

• Ease of Use and Accessibility: Flexitanks can ensure easy accessibility without the hassle of cleaning or return procedures, eliminates any demurrage fees that might be associated with traditional transport methods.

• Multimodal Transport Efficiency: Suitable for multimodal transport, and utilizing mechanical automation over manual labor, Flexitanks streamline the logistics supply chain for bulk liquid, improving efficiency and reducing logistics and labor costs.

• Reduced Environmental Impact: Flexitanks effectively decrease transportation steps, and shortening delivery cycles, this minimizing the unnecessary energy consumption, and reducing carbon emissions, contributing to green environmental initiatives.

LAF flexitanks are the ideal green and eco-friendly packaging solution for UCO, ensuring the safe delivery of your goods. If you're in need of a sustainable packaging solution, please contact us.

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More information: https://www.laftechnology.com/Flexitank-for-Industrial-Oils-NDG-Chemicals-pd42431543.html