Glycerin refinery begins operations in Mount Vernon, Wash.
December 4, 2013
BY Ron Kotrba
After two years of development, Bellingham, Wash.-based biodiesel distributor Whole Energy has opened its new glycerin refinery in Mount Vernon, Wash., the Whole Energy Glycerin Distillation Facility.
Since 2006, Whole Energy has been exploring the potential pathways for upgrading and using glycerin in various commercial applications. In 2010, Whole Energy applied for state funding, which was awarded by the end of 2010. Due to unforeseen circumstances, the project had to be revised by placing Whole Energy as the lead applicant. The revised project and facility plans were put in place and, despite a year-long delay, the plant is now up and running.
Atul Deshmane, president of Whole Energy, says the company plans to wait until after the Holiday Season to ramp up production. Currently, Whole Energy is optimizing the process during the commissioning phase.
The new refinery can process 15,000 tons of crude glycerin per year using a standard distillation process with reflux. The refined glycerin is between 85 and 95 percent pure.
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The company anticipates holding a grand opening ceremony in the near future.
Congratulations Whole Energy!
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