biodiesel intensive workshop
Learn from the experts at Piedmont Biofuels!
This three day workshop is followed by the 2011 Sustainable Biodiesel Summit, brought to you by Piedmont Biofuels, Central Carolina Community College and The Abundance Foundation.
From humble beginnings as a biodiesel co-op to commercial biodiesel production, Piedmont Biofuels has first-hand experience with all scales of sustainable biodiesel production. They are the smallest BQ9000 certified producer in the world recognized nationally as fuel quality experts and internationally for their biodiesel education programs.
Come experience life in a local economy and spend a few days learning about production, plant design, methanol recovery and glycerin markets, fuel quality testing, regulatory and safety, and the fundamentals of the biodiesel business.
New this year! Piedmont is adding a session on its breakthrough enzymatic biodiesel production. Biodiesel Magazine: Piedmont Biofuels unveils details of enzymatic processing.
Workshop dates: March 2-4, 2011 – Daily Schedule
Registration includes admission to this year’s Sustainable Biodiesel Summit and a ticket to Pittsboro’s 4th annual Mardi Gras Carnival, both to be held March 5th.
Class Details
Class will run from approximately 9:00 am to 5:00 pm each day of class. Please plan to arrive at the classroom no later than 8:45 on the first day so that the instructors can check you into the class. Lunch and snacks are included in the registration fee.
Class is limited to 30 people. Register Early to guarantee your spot.
Early Registration only $695. Price goes up to $725 February 28th.
Registration includes food, admission to the 2011 Sustainable Biodiesel Summit March 5th and a ticket to Pittsboro’s 4th Annual Mardi Gras Carnival on the evening of March 5th.
Registration is closed
Classroom Location:
Central Carolina Community College
Building 3 Room 137
764 West Street
Pittsboro, NC 27312
Classes will be held in the Multipurpose room in the small business building, which is Building 2. For a map of the area, click here. The rest of the week, we will be meeting in Building 2, Room 108.
Please visit the Pittsboro Visitor’s Bureau for information about Pittsboro and surrounding towns.
This workshop will feature a combination of guest speakers, lectures, hands-on labs, demonstrations, a tour of Piedmont Biofuels facility and a discussion panel.
Transportation and Travel:
Closest Airport:
Raleigh-Durham International Airport (RDU) is 25 miles from the classroom.
Shuttle and/or Taxi: Chatham Transit
Rental Cars: For a list of rental car agencies at Raleigh-Durham Airport, please click: Raleigh-Durham Airport Rental Car Agencies and Directions
Bus Station: There is a Greyhound Station at 820 W Morgan Street, Durham, NC, which is approximately 25 miles from the classroom.
Train Station: There is also an Amtrak Station at 400 W Chapel Hill Street, Durham, NC, which is approximately 25 miles from the classroom.
Lodging: We highly recommend Rosemary House Bed and Breakfast. There is a new B&B, 458 West Bed & Breakfast, which looks darling too! Pittsboro and nearby surrounding towns offer a wide range of other lodging options, including bed and breakfasts, inns, hotels, and camping. Please see the Pittsboro Convention and Visitor’s Bureau website for more information about lodging options.
Food: There is a good selection of local restaurants within five minutes of the college. Check out Chatham Marketplace, Pittsboro’s cooperatively owned grocery store and deli, The General Store Cafe, located at the town circle on Hwy 64W, or Angelina’s for local food with a Greek twist. If you’re in the mood for Italian food, check out Bella Donna’s or Elizabeth’s Pizzeria and Italian Restaurant. And for some great local beer, try out The Carolina Brewery.
Weather: March Temperatures in Pittsboro average in the mid to high 50s during the day with overnight lows around freezing. For a more detailed look at the weather, please visit weather.com.
What to pack:
- Pen and pencil
- Closed toe shoes
- Cool to cold weather clothes
- Dancing shoes and a costume for Mardi Gras Carnival
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