Founded on Maui in 1995, Pacific Biodiesel® is the longest operating biodiesel producer in the USA and has been the sole commercial producer of liquid biofuels in Hawaiʻi for nearly three decades. The company recycles used cooking oil from restaurants statewide to produce 6 million gallons of distilled biodiesel each year at its refinery on Hawaiʻi Island; this 100% renewable fuel is sold entirely in the state.
OUR MISSION: To promote a clean, sustainable energy future through the community-based production of renewable fuels.
Our Vision For A More Sustainable Hawai‘i
We have a realistic pathway to support Hawai‘i’s mandate for 100% renewable electricity production by 2045. Our goal is to reach this by 2040.
With a model of regenerative agriculture and renewable energy, we are helping to fight climate change, support energy security, bolster food security and grow Hawaiʻi’s circular economy.
By 2030: Our Hawaiʻi Island refinery is using 100% local feedstock for its current 6 million gallons per year (6 MGY) production of biodiesel.
By 2033: We have the capacity to locally produce 16 MGY of biodiesel for Hawaiʻi.
By 2040: Our two in-state refineries are producing biodiesel from 100% Hawai‘i-sourced feedstock, and processing virgin oil from agricultural operations on 75,000 acres statewide.
Our community-based production model also includes culinary oils, meal for animal feed, and co-products from biodiesel production such as glycerin and potassium sulfate, a fertilizer for local agriculture.
Kākou is our culture. It takes all of us, working together, to achieve our vision. We value collaboration and teamwork with an Aloha spirit.
Supporting Hawaiʻi’s Circular Economy
See how our carbon negative, zero-waste biodiesel model keeps the sustainable cycle going.
Recycling Hawaiʻi’s Used Cooking Oil
Pacific Biodiesel offers free pick-up service for all food establishments on O‘ahu, Maui County and Hawai‘i Island wishing to recycle their waste oil and reduce their carbon footprint.
Used Cooking Oil Collection
Grease Trap Pumping & Emergency Service
Drain Cleaning & Preventative Maintenance
We offer FREE, reliable and convenient pick-up service, along with storage and collection containment solutions. Oil is recycled into premium distilled biodiesel to support Hawaiʻi!
Our experienced technicians can monitor and clear out your grease trap, for both scheduled appointments and 24/7 emergency services. All grease trap waste is properly recycled at our facilities.
Get ahead of any issues with our preventative maintenance programs, which include core sampling, hydro jetting and drain snaking. We also take care of you in case of emergency, any time of day or night.
Our Customers
We are grateful to have customers across all islands and industries in Hawai‘i, who make the choice to utilize our premium biodiesel as part of their business operations.
Latest News & Events
2026 Legislative Priority
February 2026 – “Hawaiʻi’s heavy dependence on imported petroleum threatens the State’s energy security, economic stability, and national security interests in the Pacific region. Locally produced biodiesel provide an immediately deployable, renewable, energy-dense fuel that reduces reliance on foreign crude oil and increases the State’s resilience again global supply disruptions, both of which have strategic local community and military importance.
Happy Holidays – December 2025
IN THIS ISSUE: As 2025 comes to a close, we are especially grateful for all of you – the many relationships we have made and maintained with our customers, employees and communities during the past three decades.
Company News – December 2025
IN THIS ISSUE: Pacific Biodiesel’s 30* Anniversary – The Year in Review;
Kākou for the Holidays – Pacific Biodiesel and HECO partner to support Hawaiiʻs food banks; Agriculture Update; Community Happenings & Industry News