Reaching net-zero by 2050 is going to take more than one solution. But for years, the clean energy conversation has mostly centered on the same handful of technologies, leaving out Bioheat® fuel, a lower-carbon option that’s already working in millions of American homes today.
Why One Solution Is Never Enough
Decarbonizing the U.S. economy is a massive undertaking, and heating is a big part of it. Grid capacity, climate, equipment age, and upfront costs all factor in, and what works for one home may not realistically work for another.
The fastest path to lower emissions isn’t waiting for one perfect solution. It’s putting every available option to work right now.
The Challenges Other Solutions Face
Every clean energy technology comes with tradeoffs. For many American homes, those tradeoffs are significant.
- Heat pumps can lose efficiency in very cold temperatures,1 and 60% of U.S. home heating fuel use is in very cold or cold climates.2
- Electrification costs are unpredictable, with heat pump project costs ranging from $3,000 to $33,000 before incentives.3
- While 3 million miles of natural gas pipeline currently exists, expanding access would require significant new pipeline infrastructure, which takes years and substantial investment.4
Bioheat® Fuel Fills in the Gaps
The clean energy transition works best when different technologies complement each other. Bioheat® fuel is one piece of that puzzle, and an important one. Bioheat® fuel meaningfully lowers carbon emissions compared to conventional heating oil, and the development of higher blends means even greater emission reductions over time.
The best part? It’s not a future solution; it’s a present one. Nearly 5 million households already heat with oil, and every one of them can start reducing emissions today without replacing their equipment or waiting for new infrastructure. That kind of immediate, widespread impact helps move the whole transition forward.
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