Hightowers Petroleum and Neste Deliver Renewable Diesel Across US Midwest

On November 28, 2023, Neste, a pioneering provider of renewable solutions, and Hightowers Petroleum, a prominent wholesale fuel supplier catering to the Midwest region in the United States, announced a strategic collaboration aimed at offering Neste MY Renewable Diesel™. This groundbreaking renewable diesel fuel holds the distinction of being the first TOP TIER™ certified renewable diesel, acknowledged for its exceptional quality. The partnership positions Hightowers Petroleum as the conduit for supplying Neste MY Renewable Diesel to customers throughout the Midwest, responding to the surging demand for lower-emission fuels, particularly within the automotive sector.

In the realm of reducing greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions, car manufacturers have made noteworthy commitments, especially pertaining to "first fills." This term refers to the fuel used to fill newly produced vehicles as they leave the assembly line, ensuring compliance with technical, storage, and environmental standards before reaching customers. Neste MY Renewable Diesel emerges as a key player in this context, offering the potential to cut GHG emissions by up to 75%* over its life cycle compared to fossil diesel. Notably, this drop-in solution is compatible with all diesel engines, rendering it an optimal choice for first fill and testing scenarios.

Carrie Song, Vice President of Renewable Road Transportation, expressed enthusiasm about the partnership, citing Neste's established track record of supplying renewable diesel to the U.S. West Coast since 2016. The lower-carbon, sustainable nature of this fuel has already contributed significantly to reducing GHG emissions for various businesses and cities. Song sees the collaboration with Hightowers Petroleum as a means to extend these environmental benefits to the Midwest region, empowering businesses and cities to align with ambitious climate goals.

Stephen Hightower underscored the dual appeal of Neste MY Renewable Diesel, addressing both the demand for high-quality fuel and the imperative to reduce carbon footprints. Hightower emphasized the immediate GHG emissions reductions achievable with this renewable diesel, coupled with its high performance that potentially leads to reduced maintenance costs. Beyond environmental advantages, renewable diesel offers cleaner combustion, devoid of sulfur, oxygen, or aromatic compounds. This characteristic contributes to vehicles running on Neste MY Renewable Diesel requiring less maintenance. The fuel's exceptional cold weather performance, operational even in temperatures as low as -4°F (-20°C), further enhances its suitability for diverse climates. The high cetane number of Neste MY Renewable Diesel translates into improved start-up and throttle response, particularly beneficial for businesses with varied usage patterns across seasons.

Reflecting on the past decade, Neste's strategic partnerships with fuel distributors have established it as a leader in America's renewable diesel distribution and marketing network. The company played a pioneering role in supplying renewable diesel to California and Oregon and is currently expanding production, fueling station networks, and distribution capabilities to meet the escalating demand nationwide. Neste's unique position as the sole global provider of renewable diesel, sustainable aviation fuel, and renewable feedstock for polymers and chemicals, with production spanning three continents, underscores its commitment to driving sustainability across diverse sectors.