Biodiesel Comprehensive
Learn from the experts at Piedmont
Biofuels
From humble beginnings as a biodiesel co-op to commercial biodiesel production, PB 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 5 days learning about production, plant design, methanol recovery and glycerin refining, fuel quality testing, regulatory and safety, and the fundamentals of the biodiesel business.
Workshop dates: October 26-30, 2009 – Daily Schedule
- $600 – Pre-Registration & Payment by July 30
- $650 – Pre-Registration & Payment by August 30
- $700 – Registration & Payment after October 1
Brought to you by:
Solar Energy International along with Piedmont Biofuels Coop , CCCC and The Abundance Foundation.
Classroom Location:
Central Carolina Community College
764 West Street
Pittsboro, NC 27312
The class 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.
Pittsboro is a quaint town that has a lot to offer. Workshop participants may want to take advantage of the weekly Pittsboro Farmer’s Market that happens each Thursday from 3:30-6:30 pm at the Chatham County Fairgrounds.
For more details on Pittsboro and surrounding towns, as well as lots of great information about events in the area, lodging, and restaurants, please visit the Pittsboro Convention and Visitor’s Bureau website.
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 will be from approximately 12:00-1:00 pm each day, in addition to a short morning and afternoon break.
The Biodiesel workshop will have a combination of lectures, hands-on labs, guest speakers, and tours.
Transportation and Travel:
Closest Airports:
Raleigh-Durham International Airport (RDU) is 25 miles from the classroom.
Car Service: Pittsboro Trek Express
CONTACT:
bill@PittsboroTrekExpress.com or call (919)542-1958; cell 545-6002
Rental Cars: For a list of rental car agencies at Raleigh-Durham Airport, please click:
Raleigh-Durham Airport Rental Car Agencies and Directions
Bus Stations: There is a Greyhound Station at 820 W Morgan Street, Durham, NC, which is approximately 25 miles from the classroom.
Train Stations: There is also an Amtrak Station at 400 W Chapel Hill Street, Durham, NC, which is approximately 25 miles from the classroom.
Nearby Lodging: Pittsboro and nearby surrounding towns offer a wide range of 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.
The closest lodging option is Rosemary’s Bed and Breakfast, which is less than one mile from the classroom.
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 Café, located at the town circle on Hwy 64W, is a popular choice as well. Elizabeth’s Pizzeria and Italian Restaurant are just north of town on 15/501. Further exploration can lead you to Subway, the Pitt Stop Café, and San Felipe’s Mexican restaurant. For a list of restaurants & shops in the immediate area, please click here.
You are also welcome to bring your own lunch to eat at the college.
Weather: Pittsboro in October averages in the 70s during the day and can drop into the 40s at night. For a more detailed look at the weather, go to weather.com.
What to Bring and What to Wear for the Biodiesel Workshop:
Pen and pencil
Closed toe shoes, long pants and bring a long sleeve shirt to put on as needed.
