Malaysia increases palm oil in biodiesel mix to tame fuel prices

Energy Upgrade to B15 one of the “most practical and readily deployable” solutions: minister Petronas sells B10 biodiesel with 10% palm oil in the diesel mix. In June, Malaysia will roll out B15 biodiesel to offset rising fuel import costs. (Photo by Norman Goh) KUALA LUMPUR — Starting in June, Malaysia is set to introduce biodiesel with higher palm oil content in a bid to reduce retail fuel prices, which remain elevated as uncertainty lingers over the Middle East conflict.