Can you make biodiesel from olive oil?

Yes, olive oil can be used to produce biodiesel via transesterification. The process converts triglycerides in the oil into fatty acid methyl esters (FAMEs), commonly known as biodiesel, using methanol and a catalyst. Though more expensive than other oils, olive oil offers high-quality biodiesel with good ignition properties. The GlobeCore USB biodiesel plant ensures complete and clean conversion, even with varying oil grades, making olive oil a viable option—especially for small-scale or boutique biodiesel production.