Global Clean Energy Holdings
Global Clean Energy Holdings operates a renewable fuels refinery in Bakersfield, California, producing about 210 million gallons of low-carbon renewable diesel annually, using a vertically integrated farm-to-fuel model with proprietary camelina varieties.
Renewable Fuels Refinery in Bakersfield, CA
Global Clean Energy Holdings operates a renewable fuels refinery located in Bakersfield, California. This facility boasts a production capacity of approximately 210 million gallons of renewable diesel annually. The refinery plays a central role in the company’s mission to produce sustainable, low-cost, and ultra-low carbon renewable fuels, substantially contributing to reducing carbon emissions in the energy sector.
Vertically Integrated Farm-to-Fuel Model
Global Clean Energy Holdings utilizes a vertically integrated farm-to-fuel model to manage the entire lifecycle of producing renewable fuels. This end-to-end approach allows the company to maintain control over the process from cultivation to fuel production, optimizing efficiencies, and ensuring the sustainability of its renewable diesel products. The result is ultra-low carbon renewable fuels that are competitive in cost and environmental impact.
Camelina-Based Renewable Diesel
The renewable diesel produced by Global Clean Energy Holdings is derived from camelina sativa, a nonfood crop grown on fallow land. This ensures that the production of renewable diesel does not displace food crops or lead to indirect land use changes. Camelina-based renewable fuel boasts over 90% lower CO2 emissions in its lifecycle compared to other biofuels. Additionally, the company’s renewable diesel is chemically identical to petroleum-based diesel but with over 80% less carbon emissions.
Patents in Plant Genetics and Genomics
Global Clean Energy Holdings holds several patents in plant genetics and genomics. These patents include the only camelina seed varieties currently qualified as Low Carbon Fuel Standard (LCFS) compliant fuels. The company employs advanced plant breeding practices and production expertise to maximize yield from these proprietary camelina varieties, reinforcing its leadership in the production of low-carbon renewable fuels.
Strategic Partnerships
Global Clean Energy Holdings has established strategic partnerships across the supply chain to bolster its renewable fuels business. Notably, the company has a five-year agreement with ExxonMobil to supply 210 million gallons of renewable diesel annually. This partnership underscores the company's capacity to meet large-scale demand and secures a stable market for its renewable diesel products.