Buffalo Biodiesel Inc. (BBD) has announced the launch of its collection operations in Tennessee, a move that immediately follows the issuance of a Part 360 solid waste management permit by the New York State Department of Environmental Conservation (NYS DEC) for its primary processing facility in Tonawanda, New York. The permit, which authorizes a designed capacity of 300,000 gallons per week, secures the long-term operational framework for the Tonawanda site and provides the regulatory certainty needed for the company to accelerate its national logistics network.
The expansion into Tennessee is significant because it targets a high-yield market for used cooking oil (UCO), a critical feedstock for advanced biofuels and renewable diesel. Tennessee is a major UCO producer, and Buffalo Biodiesel plans to establish a satellite collection hub in Knoxville before the end of the year. According to Frank V. Balon, President and Chief Legal Officer of Buffalo Biodiesel Inc., "Now that operations for our Tonawanda facility are secure, we are rolling out on our expansion. Tennessee is a major UCO producer, and we plan on setting up a satellite collection hub in Knoxville before year's end." The company is initiating its presence with limited collections to ensure a structured, scalable rollout, with plans to expand aggressively over the next two years to provide comprehensive, statewide service across Tennessee.
This strategic move matters because it strengthens the domestic supply chain for renewable fuels at a time when demand for low-carbon energy solutions is rising. By scaling its footprint into major production regions, Buffalo Biodiesel ensures a consistent, high-volume supply of feedstock destined for advanced biofuel and renewable diesel refinement. The Knoxville satellite hub will anchor routing operations, streamlining the capture and transport of UCO and improving efficiency across the region.
Moreover, the expansion reflects Buffalo Biodiesel's broader initiative to rapidly expand its closed-loop industrial supply chain. This approach diverts waste from local landfills and supports carbon-neutral energy solutions on a national scale. The company's ability to secure the Part 360 permit in New York demonstrates its commitment to regulatory compliance and operational excellence, which in turn enables it to pursue growth opportunities in new markets. As Buffalo Biodiesel continues to build sustainable, closed-loop industrial ecosystems, its expansion into Tennessee is expected to contribute to reducing carbon emissions and driving economic growth in the region. For more information about the company, visit www.buffalobiodiesel.com.
