Degvielu

Degvielu is a Latvian term that translates to "fuel" in English. It refers to any material that can be consumed to produce energy, typically through combustion. In Latvia, as in many other countries, the most common types of degvielu are derived from petroleum. These include gasoline (benzīns), diesel fuel (dīzeļdegviela), and heating oil (apkures degviela).

Petroleum-based fuels are essential for transportation, powering vehicles, aircraft, and ships. They are also used in industrial processes and for heating purposes. The production of these fuels involves refining crude oil into various fractions.

Beyond petroleum products, other forms of degvielu are also utilized in Latvia. These can include natural gas (dabasgāze), which is used for heating and in some vehicles, and biofuels (biodeg}.} These biofuels are often produced from renewable resources such as vegetable oils, animal fats, or agricultural waste. The use of biofuels is part of a broader effort to reduce reliance on fossil fuels and mitigate environmental impact.

The term degvielu can also encompass liquefied petroleum gas (LPG) and compressed natural gas (CNG), which are alternative fuels for vehicles. The availability and use of different types of degvielu are influenced by economic factors, government policies, and environmental regulations within Latvia.