Founded in 2008 by Rick Huszagh and Crista Carrell, Clean Energy Biofuels aims to provide cleaner energy sources while supporting Georgia's rural communities. Located in Monroe, Georgia, the company specializes in collecting used cooking oil from local businesses and converting it into biodiesel—a more sustainable alternative to traditional fossil fuels. Over the past decade, Clean Energy Biofuels has partnered with local governments, the USDA, the EPA, and educational institutions like the University of Georgia to promote air quality and renewable energy solutions.
The company operates a comprehensive service that includes used cooking oil collection, grease trap service, and wastewater treatment, ensuring that waste is properly treated and reused. Utilizing their own biodiesel for transportation, they showcase a commitment to environmental sustainability, including a facility powered by a solar array. Clean Energy Biofuels not only supplies biodiesel but also offers products like natural charcoal lighter fluids and drip torch fuel.
Beyond business, the company is dedicated to making an impact through its nonprofit arm, the Down to Earth Foundation, which focuses on environmental education in renewable energy, public health, and agriculture. Recognized for their contributions to farmland preservation, both Huszagh and Carrell have shown leadership in the push for renewable energy. As an independently owned entity, Clean Energy Biofuels prioritizes community engagement and strives for improved energy independence through diversification of energy sources, aiming to change the way energy is sourced and utilized in the United States.
