The Used Oil Management Association supports the development of cutting-edge, accessible solutions to help businesses and individuals capture the value of used oil
Who We Are
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Burning used oil saves businesses money and facilitates used oil recycling
The key to reducing the improper dumping of used oil is to secure the value of the resource at the site where it is generated. The easiest way to accomplish this is by burning used oil in a special heater or boiler.
What we do
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A used oil heater can typically pay for itself in two years
Millions of gallons of used oil are improperly dumped every year. The advantages of burning used or waste oil are numerous and help both business owners and the environment.
Reduces heating costs
Protects the environment
Conserves energy
Prevents water pollution
Eliminates Cradle-to-Grave liability
U.S. EPA-approved method of recycling
Advantages of Burning Waste Oil
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Cradle-to-Grave Liability
Cradle-to-Grave Liability for Used Oil Disposal
The liability for the proper disposal of used oil extends from the moment the oil drains into a pan until it’s processed or burned. This includes any accidental spills or intentional dumping by a used oil hauler. Businesses that generate used oil and currently pay to have it hauled away can end that liability with a waste oil heater.
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Used-Oil Recycling Success
For used-oil recycling, the success is in the numbers
UOMA’s goal is to continue to drive advancements in used-oil heating technology and advocate for the on-site recycling of waste oil to increase used-oil heating adoption, prevent ground and water pollution, and give profits back to businesses by helping them save money on energy costs.
Two gallons of waste oil =
24 hours of energy
for the average household
years of advocacy for on-site recycling of used oil
BTU of energy in one gallon of used oil processed for fuel
gallons of used oil burned in the USA in 2020
percentage of used oil heaters and boilers in USA produced by UOMA members
News and Resources
News
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Learn about how UOMA member, EnergyLogic, built a custom boiler solution for a remote client in Africa.
Solving a waste oil disposal problem with a custom plug-in and go solution.
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6 Benefits of Burning Waste Oil
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Reduce Your Cradle-to-Grave Liability
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