It becomes apparent that after-treatment is the most effective means of cleaning up diesel exhaust. The sulfur compound in the diesel fuel impairs the operation of the catalytic after-treatment devices. Thus, the US EPA issued revised requirements of 15 ppm sulfur in on-highway diesel, effective in 2006. In order to stay in business, refiners have to make such Ultra Low Sulfur diesel (ULSD) as mandated. In this paper, the chemistry and technology of hydrodesulfurization are reviewed. The options for ULSD production are described. Different combinations of options are possible and should be evaluated for technical feasibility, operation flexibility, expansion capability, capital investment and overall cost. The refiners can choose the best options to make best use of the existing facilities to minimize the capital and operation expenses in producing ULSD.