Understanding renewable fuels and the role of testing

Did you know a single ASTM D‑6866 lab test can verify the biogenic content of a fuel—and help turn decarbonization goals into real operational decisions?As global energy markets shift toward sustainability, this session brings together industry experts from SGS, SGS Beta and Beta Analytic to clarify the differences between biofuels and renewable fuels, highlight emerging market and regulatory trends and explain how ASTM D6866 testing underpins fuel quality control and credible claims. You’ll hear how testing supports incentives and compliance (RFS, LCFS, Canada CFR, EU RED), real‑world collaborations, and practical steps for sending samples to SGS Beta and SGS Vallejo laboratories.What you’ll learn:• Spot the difference: biodiesel (FAME) vs renewable diesel (hydrotreated isoparaffins)—what it means for cold‑flow, cetane, lubricity and drop‑in use• Verify what’s in your tank: how ASTM D6866 and companion FAME testing confirm biogenic content and reduce greenwashing risk (typical ±3% uncertainty, ~1 mL sample)  • Navigate policy & value: align testing cadence (often quarterly) with programs like RFS/LCFS to unlock credits, improve carbon intensity and support decarbonization• Operate with confidence: use OCM diagnostics, good sampling practices and proactive lab partnerships to prevent contamination and engine issues.Featuring:  • Mindy Villalba (SGS North America, Oil Condition Monitoring)  • Haley Gershon (SGS Beta)  • Benjamin Kling (Beta Analytic)If this episode helped clarify your renewable fuels strategy, subscribe and leave a review to support the show—and explore testing resources and submissions at betalabservices.com.