Aspen, Snowmass ski resorts convert snowcats to biodiesel

In Colorado, the Aspen/Snowmass ski resorts have converted their snowcats to biodiesel.

Recently, Cranmore Mountain Resort in New Hampshire reported that its fleet of trucks, which operate on B20, have experienced no problems relating to the effect of cold on biodiesel, at temperatures as low as minus 20 Fahrenheit.

The report is significant because it shows evidence is growing that biodiesel as a fuel is overcoming its reputation for “gelling” in cold conditions.

Cranmore is one of two New Hampshire ski resports that have converted to biodiessel. The other is Mount Sunapee Resort, which converted its snow grooming and snow removal equipment to B20 biodiesel, and converted its hearing systems to B5.

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