(Minnesota Bio-Fuels Association) Fifteen students from Sibley East High School toured Heartland Corn Products earlier today (October 20, 2026) to learn about Minnesota's ethanol industry. During the tour, the students learned about the various different stages of ethanol production such as incoming
(Minnesota Bio-Fuels Association) Seven students from Wabasso High School’s Crop Science class toured Highwater Ethanol in Lamberton earlier today to get a better understanding of the ethanol production process and Minnesota’s ethanol industry. The students, from grades 10 to 12, toured the
by Joanne Ivancic* (Advanced Biofuels USA) As executive director of Advanced Biofuels USA, I've given presentations about renewable fuels around the world--via Zoom and in-person. Often my favorite part is the Q&A where I gain valuable insights from the perspectives
(Bangchak Group) Bangchak Group has expanded its collaboration with organizations and schools nationwide on the management of used cooking oil to produce sustainable aviation fuel (SAF). Through the Fry to Fly and No Refry initiatives, the Group is systematically building a
(Economic Times) In an innovative study, a budding student fascinated by the word 'biomass' delved into the promising world of algae as a source of biofuel. Remarkably, the introduction of vitamins accelerated the growth of algae, while adding salt significantly heightened
(Renewable Fuels Association) To help young drivers learn about the value and importance of caring for their vehicles and choosing the right fuels, the Renewable Fuels Association is sponsoring a series of car care workshops for girl scouts via its partnership
(Minnesota Bio-Fuels Association) Forty-five students from Minnewaska Area Middle School’s ag processing class toured Chippewa Valley Ethanol Company (CVEC) in Benson yesterday (May 19, 2026). During the tour, the students learned about the various stages of ethanol production such as incoming grain
(Minnesota Bio-Fuels Association) Fifteen students from West Central Area Secondary’s Plant Science & Ag Processing class toured Chippewa Valley Ethanol Company (CVEC) yesterday to learn about ethanol production. “We were delighted to host and share with students from West Central Area Secondary
(Minnesota Bio-Fuels Association) Fourteen students from Hutchinson High School toured Heartland Corn Products in Winthrop on April 17 to learn more about the ethanol production process. During their visit, they were briefed on the various stages of ethanol production such as
(Minnesota Bio-Fuels Association) Twenty students from Albert Lea High School’s agronomy and plant science class toured Al-Corn Clean Fuel yesterday to learn more about ethanol production. During the tour, the students learned of the various stages of ethanol production such as incoming
(IANS/Mathrubhumi) Union Minister for Road Transport and Highways Nitin Gadkari has unveiled an indigenous ethanol-based cooking stove technology that he said can produce cooking flames at a lower cost than commercial LPG cylinders, while also announcing a Rs 40-crore initiative to
Take the lessons of Earth Month with you. A puzzle page for all ages: Download PDF READ MORE about the carbon cycle From Great Lakes Bioenergy Research Center: Fermentation in a Bag Elementary, Middle School, High School; Investigation; Stand-Alone Activity In this simple experiment, students investigate the process
The NEED (National Energy Education Development) Project recognizes student leadership by awarding the Youth Energy Leadership Award each year to up to two students who have demonstrated outstanding energy leadership, knowledge, and an interest in continuing their energy studies for
by Alan Crofts (Geography Directions) The “Into Clean Air” Expedition took place in May 2025 to demonstrate that implementing a carbon mitigating strategy is plausible in terms of using alternative biomass fuel to power remote expedition vehicles and solar voltaic mats to
(Lego) Set sail on a groundbreaking building voyage! The LEGO Group proudly introduces the Maersk Dual-Fuel Container Vessel, a meticulously detailed 1,516-piece set. This authentic model allows builders aged 12 and up to construct the pioneering Ane Maersk, a true icon
(EcoNews (Google Translation)) January 26th is World Environmental Education Day , a date that invites us to reflect on the key role of education as a tool for promoting environmental protection and the responsible use of resources. Within this framework, schools are becoming increasingly important as strategic
From the Science Education Council of Ohio Conference Strands Innovate to Elevate! From chalkboards to coding, science classrooms have transformed dramatically over the past 50 years—and they continue to do so at lightning speed. This strand focuses on the integration of cutting-edge technologies
(Grow Next Gen) Curriculum: Explore, download and share these proven real-world educational resources to help bring science and agriculture to life in your classroom. Relevant and engaging, you’ll find useful, easy-to-implement lesson plans and activities. For over a decade, GrowNextGen has provided free,
by Jacqui Fatka (CoBank) Key Points: Ethanol producers can capture significant 45Z payments with minimal plant changes. For connected facilities, the launch of Tallgrass’ Trailblazer carbon pipeline creates an extra CI reduction boost. The elimination of the SAF incentive will further constrain liftoff
(Minnesota Bio-Fuels Association) Thirty-three students from Triton High School’s Integrated Science class toured Al-Corn Clean Fuel today to learn about ethanol production. “Minnesota Bio-Fuels Association was pleased to welcome Triton High School’s Integrated Science class to our producer member, Al-Corn Clean Fuel. Tours like these give
Are you passionate about energy efficiency, energy conservation, renewable energy, or other topics relating to sustainable energy? Then you should participate in our Sustainable Energy Science Fair! Held at the Energypath conference, this science fair allows Middle and High School students
(Renewable Fuels Association) A newly updated ethanol education program for high schoolers, presented by the Renewable Fuels Foundation, is now available for teachers and others, to help students in grades 9–12 learn about ethanol and understand the value of the lower-cost, American-made renewable
(Minnesota Bio-Fuels Association) Fourteen students from Sleepy Eye High School’s Crop 101 class toured Highwater Ethanol today to learn about ethanol production. “We enjoyed welcoming students from Sleepy Eye High School to our facility. These tours give students an opportunity to view
(Minnesota Bio-Fuels Association) Forty-one students from Minnewaska Area High School’s agriculture processing class toured Chippewa Valley Ethanol Company (CVEC) yesterday (October 21, 2025). “We take great pride in the growth and refinement that we continue to achieve in our production processes over
(Minnesota Bio-Fuels Association) Fourteen students from Southland High School toured Al-Corn Clean Fuel earlier today (October 24, 2025). During the tour, the students learned about the various stages of ethanol production such as incoming grain handling and grading, fermentation, grain storage, ethanol
(Minnesota Bio-Fuels Association) Fourteen students from Sleepy Eye High School’s Crop 101 class toured Highwater Ethanol today (October 1, 2025) to learn about ethanol production. “We enjoyed welcoming students from Sleepy Eye High School to our facility. These tours give students an
(Minnesota Bio-Fuels Association) Fifteen students from Triton High School’s agriculture economics class toured Al-Corn Clean Fuel earlier today (September 25, 2025). Organized by the Minnesota Bio-Fuels Association (MN Bio-Fuels), the tour was aimed at educating the students on the renewable energy production
(Minnesota Bio-Fuels Association) Twenty-one students from Owatonna High School’s Power and Technology class toured Al-Corn Clean Fuel earlier today (September 19, 2025. “We're please to welcome back Owatonna High School to Minnesota Bio-Fuels Association producer member, Al-Corn Clean Fuel. Touring an ethanol
(Drax Group/Biomass Magazine) Renewable energy company Drax has announced that three U.S. non-profits will receive $249,990 as part of the Drax Foundation’s latest round of donations. The non-profits receiving the donations are the Gulf Coast Center for Ecotourism and Sustainability, the Sustainable Forestry
by Nalia Cherr (Great Lakes Bioenergy Research Center) Dalia Habib, a middle schooler from Salt Lake City, Utah, adapted technology developed by the Great Lakes Bioenergy Research Center to brew cellulosic biofuel in her kitchen. Her experiment was a finalist in
(Japan Airlines) －Launch of domestic SAF supply chain towards aviation decarbonization－JGC Holdings Corporation (Representative Director, Chairman and CEO, Masayuki Sato, “JGC HD”), Japan Airlines Co., Ltd. (President & Group CEO, Mitsuko Tottori, “JAL”), and Kansai Airports (Representative Director and CEO, Yoshiyuki
(Minnesota Bio-Fuels Association) Chippewa Valley Ethanol Company (CVEC) hosted 18 students from West Central Area High School earlier today for an in-depth tour on the ethanol production process. "We appreciate the students from West Central Area High School taking time out of
(Minnesota Bio-Fuels Association) Eleven students from Canby High School’s career and tech education class toured the Archer Daniels Midland (ADM) carbohydrate plant here yesterday. “We enjoyed hosting Canby High School’s Career & Tech Ed students at our plant. Not only were students
(Minnesota Bio-Fuels Association) Fifteen students from Mankato Area High School toured Guardian Energy on Aprill 22 to learn about the ethanol production process. “It was a pleasure to host students from Mankato Area High School. These tours provide an excellent opportunity to
(Minnesota Bio-Fuels Association) Fourteen students from Sleepy Eye High School’s Crops 101 class visited Highwater Ethanol on April 23 to get a better understanding of the ethanol production process. “We were happy to welcome students from Sleepy Eye High School at our
(Great Lakes Bioenergy Research Center) For Elementary, Middle School, High School -- Investigation Stand-Alone Activity -- In this simple experiment, students investigate the process of fermentation in resealable bags with bakers yeast, warm water and various sources of plant sugar. Students observe and measure evidence
Take your students on a Virtual Field Trip to an Ohio Soybean Farm during planting this spring! This virtual field trip will connect you directly with northeast Ohio soybean farmers as they prepare their fields and plant soybeans for the
(Minnesota Bio-Fuels Association) Twenty students from Goodhue High School toured Al-Corn Clean Fuel today learn about the ethanol production process. “We enjoyed hosting today’s group of students from Goodhue High School’s Ag Technology class. For nearly three decades, we’ve been in the
(Minnesota Bio-Fuels Association) Twenty students from Howard Lake-Waverly-Winsted High School toured Highwater Ethanol earlier today to learn about ethanol production. “We enjoyed hosting MN Future Farmers of America students from Howard Lake-Waverly-Winsted High School. Our industry offers numerous pathways for anyone interested
(Minnesota Bio-Fuels Association) Twenty-five students from Owatonna High School toured Al-Corn Clean Fuel on Mar 21 to learn about renewable fuel production. During their tour of Al-Corn, the students learned about incoming grain grading and handling, fermentation, grain storage and shipment as
by Christy Calcagno (News 19) From cooking oil to biodiesel fuel, students at Blythewood High School are hard are work in the lab. They are creating a replacement for petroleum diesel fuel. “It's great to know about how things are produced. just so you have that
(U.S. Department of Energy) The U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) Bioenergy Technologies Office (BETO), in partnership with the Algae Foundation and the National Renewable Energy Laboratory, will launch the AlgaePrize 2025–2027 Competition this spring with registration opening on April 1, 2025. The
(Beyond Benign) These Green Chemistry Education awards for K-12 educators are designed to support the integration of green chemistry into educational settings. Beyond Benign hopes to empower and support K-12 educators to prepare their students with the skills to innovate for
(Grow Next Gen) True or false? Bioproducts are… ♦ produced from living plants. TRUE! ♦ compostable under certain conditions. TRUE! ♦ the basis of a rising industry employing 3.4 million Americans each year. TRUE! And now they’re in your lab. (TRUE!) In your
(Ohio Country Journal/Ohio Ag Net) Delaware Area Career Center science teacher Tom Dyer keeps his students in the know with in-depth lessons, made possible through the work of GrowNextGen. In this video, Ohio Ag Net’s Dale Minyo visits with Mr. Dyer
(Minnesota Bio-Fuels Association) Fifteen students from Triton High School’s agriculture economics class toured Al-Corn Clean Fuel today (October 29, 2024). During the tour, the students learned how ethanol and its co-products are produced as well as a briefing on Minnesota’s ethanol industry. “The
(Minnesota Bio-Fuels Association) Chippewa Valley Ethanol Company (CVEC) hosted 11 students from Belgrade-Brooten-Elrosa High School today for a brief tour of the plant’s operations. During their visit, the students toured various stages of the ethanol production process such as incoming grain grading,
(Minnesota Bio-Fuels Association) Twenty-three students from Marshall High School toured the Archer Daniels Midland (ADM) carbohydrate plant here yesterday. The students that participated in the tour were 11th and 12th graders from the school’s automotive class. “It's always a pleasure to welcome students
(U.S. Department of Energy) Registration is now open for the Bioenergy Research and Education Bridge Program (BRIDGES) Bioenergy 101 Virtual Workshop hosted by the U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) Bioenergy Technologies Office (BETO) and the National Association of Biology Teachers (NABT). Discover new teaching strategies, resources, and more at
(Minnesota Bio-Fuels Association) Eleven students from Minnesota State University, Mankato visited Guardian Energy yesterday to learn more about renewable energy production. During the visit, the students toured the various parts of the plant’s ethanol production process including incoming grain grading and handling,
by Lynn Wendt (Idaho National Laboratory/U.S. Department of Energy) ... Recently, ocean conditions have been causing this seaweed, known as sargassum, to flourish. The so-called Great Atlantic Sargassum belt stretches from the west coast of Africa to the Caribbean Sea. When
(U.S. Environmental Protection Agency) Today, August 1, the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency, in partnership with the White House Council on Environmental Quality, celebrated the 2024 President’s Environmental Youth Award (PEYA) and the Presidential Innovation Award for Environmental Educators (PIAEE) Awards Ceremony. This
by Joanne Ivancic* (Advanced Biofuels USA) Did You Know? Buses can run on 100% renewable fuel. Just ask Itabus in Italy. Itabus travels with Enilive’s biofuel, 100% made from renewable raw materials They will be using 100% renewable diesel/HVO or hydrotreated
by Juan Pedro Tomas (Biofuels Digest) In the UK, Times Aerospace reported that INJAZ Al-Arab, a member of Junior Achievement (JA) Worldwide, has joined forces with Boeing to launch a course on aviation sustainability. The report stated that he course is
(National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration) NOAA's Young Changemakers Fellowship (YCF) is a year-long opportunity for high school students across the United States, U.S. territories, and tribal nations to make a difference for the ocean and environment. With support from NOAA, participating
(Minnesota Bio-Fuels Association) Seventeen students from Marshall High School's automotive class toured the Archer Daniels Midland (ADM) carbohydrate plant here today (April 23, 2024). "It was a pleasure to welcome Marshall High School’s Automotive class to our facility. By touring our plant,
(Minnesota Bio-Fuels Association) Twelve students from Worthington High School toured Heron Lake Bioenergy today to learn more about ethanol production. “We are always happy to offer tours of our plant. In addition to providing an inside view of our production process and
Connect with National Laboratory Experts to Energize Your End-of-Year and Summer Bioenergy Learning -- Receive guidance on implementing innovative, renewable energy summer learning programs based on national laboratory case studies and evidence-based best practices for educators and students! Register today for upcoming
(Minnesota Bio-Fuels Association) Thirty-four students from Triton High School toured Al-Corn Clean Fuel on March 27 to learn more about renewable fuel production. “We appreciate students from Triton High School’s integrated science classes taking time out of their schedules to learn about
(Minnesota Bio-Fuels Association) Twenty-two students from Owatonna High School toured Al-Corn Clean Fuel today (March 6, 2024) to learn about ethanol production. “We were excited to welcome students from Owatonna HS to our facility. These tours give us an opportunity to showcase
(JBS (Google Translation)) The collection of 4.5 million liters of used cooking oil last year promoted a 15% growth in the company's shares -- With the aim of promoting environmental education and encouraging the circular economy, an Óleo Amigo program, created by
(Energypath) Are you passionate about energy efficiency, energy conservation, renewable energy, or other topics relating to sustainable energy? Then you should participate in our Sustainable Energy Science Fair! Held at the Energypath conference, this science fair allows Middle and High School students
(U.S. Department of Energy) 15 teams are advancing as finalists in the U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) Bioenergy Technologies Office (BETO) AlgaePrize 2023–2025 competition. -- Finalist teams were selected by a panel of judges who reviewed and scored the required 10-page research synopsis that
(Minnesota Bio-Fuels Association) Students from Minnewaska High School’s agriculture processing class toured Chippewa Valley Ethanol Company (CVEC) yesterday (December 14, 2023) to learn more about ethanol production. During the tour, the students learned about the various stages of the ethanol production process
(Minnesota Bio-Fuels Association) Twelve students from Triton High School’s agriculture economics class toured Al-Corn Clean Fuel today (December 13, 2023) to learn more about renewable fuel production. “It’s always a pleasure to welcome students from Triton High School’s agriculture economics class to
(U.S. Department of Energy) New resources and 2024 Office Hours are available to help educators incorporate the Bioenergy Research and Education Bridge (BRIDGES) Program into their classroom curricula. The U.S. Department of Energy’s Bioenergy Technologies Office (BETO), in collaboration with Argonne National Laboratory (ANL) and Idaho National Laboratory (INL),
by Tina Casey (Clean Technica) ... The biofuel solution is a good example. The student who developed it was motivated in part by a six-hour stint waiting in her mother’s car to fill up with gasoline during one of the chronic
by Lindsay Travis (University of Kentucky) This holiday season, University of Kentucky researchers want to recycle your used cooking oil and study it. It’s part of the 14th annual Gobble Grease Toss held on Black Friday. If you’re frying a turkey this Thanksgiving
(Minnesota Bio-Fuels Association) Fifteen students from Marshall High School toured the Archer Daniels Midland (ADM) carbohydrate solutions plant here yesterday (October 24, 2023). “We were excited to welcome students from Marshall High School to our facility. By seeing our operations, these students
(Minnesota Bio-Fuels Association) Thirteen students from Belgrade-Brooten-Elrosa High School toured Chippewa Valley Ethanol Company (CVEC) yesterday to learn more about ethanol production. During the tour, the students toured the various stages of the ethanol production process such as incoming grain grading, grain
(Algae Foundation/U.S. Department of Energy) Registration for the AlgaePrize 2023-2025 Competition is officially open! The AlgaePrize, sponsored by the U.S. Department of Energy Bioenergy Technologies Office and supported by the Algae Foundation, American-Made Challenges, and the National Renewable Energy Laboratory (NREL), challenges students to
(U.S. Department of Energy) The U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) Bioenergy Technologies Office (BETO), in partnership with the Algae Foundation and the National Renewable Energy Laboratory, is announcing the launch of the 2023-2025 AlgaePrize Competition, which challenges students to become the next generation of bioeconomy professionals by expanding novel solutions
by Fatma Marrakchi, Daniele Castello, Lasse A. Rosendahl (IEA Bioenergy Task 34 Newsletter Direct Thermochemical Liquefaction) ... To achieve a cleaner and healthier environment, there is a strong focus on the development of sustainable low-carbon, high yield, and costcompetitive liquid bio-crude oil as
(Star of Mysore) World Biofuel Day observed at NIE; saplings given to students, dignitaries’ -- Deputy Director (Training) of Abdul Nazir Sab State Institute of Rural Development (ANSSIRD), Mysuru, K.S. Manoj Kumar has said that “We should give priority to adopt sustainable
(Environmental Protection Agency) Today (June 22, 2023), the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) announced the formal establishment of the agency’s first-ever National Environmental Youth Advisory Council (NEYAC). The NEYAC will provide independent advice and recommendations to Administrator Michael S. Regan on
by Samantha McCollum (WACH Fox 57) Students at Blythewood High School are fueling the future as they turn used cooking oil into biodiesel fuel, a drop-in replacement for petroleum diesel fuel. Chemistry teacher Will Epps says he noticed there were great careers
(U.S. Department of Energy) Are you interested in increasing your students’ bioenergy awareness by immersing them in a real-world national laboratory scenario? Did you know that skills used to complete the Bioenergy Research and Education Bridge Program (BRIDGES) can prepare students to contribute to
(Minnesota Bio-Fuels Association) Eleven students from Wabasso High School’s plant science class toured Highwater Ethanol today to learn more about ethanol production. During the tour, the students learned about the various processes of ethanol production including incoming grain grading, grain handling, fermentation,
(Minnesota Bio-Fuels Association) Students from Mankato Area Public Schools toured Guardian Energy on Apr 13 to learn about ethanol production. “We’re always happy to welcome students interested in learning more about ethanol production. As producers of clean, renewable energy from locally grown
(U.S. Department of Energy) Does algae ever come to mind when you think of surfboards, biofuels, or flip flops? In celebration of Earth Day, the U.S. Department of Energy Bioenergy Technologies Office (BETO) is excited to announce three new STEM resources available to help students and
(Ohio Country Journal/Ohio Ag Net) Rachel Sanders, Science Instructor, Senior Capstone Advisor and FFA Advisor at Global Impact STEM Academy, taught her 11th grade students about making Soy Biodiesel through the GrowNextGen program. Pictured are two of her 11th grade
Come explore UW-Madison - your public land-grant research university - and experience science on April 14-16th. Interact with researchers, visit science venues across campus, enjoy Science Spectacular Shows, and try your hand at interactive Exploration Stations. From astronomy to zoology,
(Minnesota Bio-Fuels Association) Sixteen students from Central High School in Norwood Young America toured Heartland Corn Products today to learn about ethanol production. “We appreciate students from Central High School taking time out of their schedules to learn more about ethanol production
(U.S. Department of Energy) The 2022-2023 AlgaePrize competition, sponsored by the U.S. Department of Energy’s (DOE) Bioenergy Technologies Office (BETO) and supported by the Algae Foundation and the National Renewable Energy Laboratory, challenges students to become the next generation of
(Minnesota Bio-Fuels Association) Twelve students from Triton High School’s agricultural economics class visited Al-Corn Clean Fuel on March 15 to get a better understanding of renewable energy production. “We were pleased to welcome and share our story with students from Triton High
(Minnesota Bio-Fuels Association) Nineteen students from New Ulm High School toured Heartland Corn Products today to learn about ethanol production. “It was a pleasure to welcome students from New Ulm High School to our facility. We have a great story to share
(Minnesota Bio-Fuels Association) Twenty-three students from Sleepy Eye High School’s crop science class toured Highwater Ethanol on March 22 to learn about renewable fuel production. During the tour, the students learned about the various stages in ethanol production such as incoming grain
(United Airlines) United launches first-of-its-kind consumer education campaign focused on driving awareness of the benefit of Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF); Oscar's five decades of trash experience on full display in original video, digital, social and out-of-home content that shows how garbage can
by Ron Kotrba (Biobased Diesel Daily) In late January Dominion Energy announced that the Dominion Energy Charitable Foundation has awarded more than $236,000 in environmental stewardship grants to 15 organizations across South Carolina. One of the grant recipients was Blythewood High School’s
by Karthikeyan K. Ramasamy (Pacific Northwest National Laboratory) One cannot appreciate how food processing wastes become biofuels just by reading about it in a book. Students in science teacher Melanie Bachart’s high school bioethics course at Chiawana High School, Pasco, Washington, got the full
(BioBuilder) Established in 2011 from an award-winning teaching team at MIT, BioBuilder takes a comprehensive approach to the emerging field of synthetic biology, providing exceptional programming available for students and educators alike. For students, there is the chance to integrate biology
BioMADE EWD Webinar Series: BioBuilder and STEMconnector -- Authentic scientific experiences spark engagement. This BioMADE project is supporting a biomanufacturing track within the BioBuilderClub program – allowing high school students throughout the country to carry out meaningful research with industry-grade
(U.S. Environmental Protection Agency) Today, U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) Administrator Michael S. Regan announced that EPA’s Office of Environmental Education is now accepting applications for the 2023 President’s Environmental Youth Awards (PEYA) and Presidential Innovation Awards for Environmental Educators (PIAEE). “Students,
(Minnesota Bio-Fuels Association) Seven students from Minnesota State University, Mankato’s agroecology class visited Guardian Energy on Nov 17 to learn more about ethanol production. During their visit, the students gained a better understanding of the various components of the ethanol production process
by Winston Choi-Schagrin (DNYUZ/New York Times) In mid-October, just two weeks after Hurricane Ian struck her state, Bertha Vazquez asked her class of 7th graders to go online and search for information about climate change. Specifically, she tasked them to
(Minnesota Bio-Fuels Association) Students from Red Rock Central Public School’s agriculture class toured Highwater Ethanol yesterday to learn about the ethanol industry. “We are pleased to once again welcome students from Red Rock Central. These tours give us an opportunity to showcase
by R Aishwaryaa (The Hindu) Students of the Government High School in Gandhinagar, here, turn food waste to bio-gas to prepare noon meal. The school inaugurated the bio-gas kit, which was set up by the Rotary Club of Coimbatore Town for ₹30,000
(Minnesota Bio-Fuels Association) Chippewa Valley Ethanol Company (CVEC) hosted plant tours for two schools earlier this week. On Oct 11, CVEC welcomed 25 students from Minnewaska Area High School’s agriculture processing class followed by 13 students from West Central Area Secondary
(Minnesota Bio-Fuels Association) Students from Southwest Star Concept School from Okabena visited Highwater Ethanol on Oct 4 to learn about ethanol production. “We are always pleased to share our story with students. These tours give us an opportunity to showcase the ethanol
(BioCycle Magazine) In 200 schools in Brazil, Israel, Fiji and additional countries around the world, students are learning about — and experiencing — anaerobic digestion (AD) of food waste. HomeBiogas, an Israel-based company that sells small-scale AD systems for homes, refugee
by Matt Reese and Dale Minyo (Ohio's Country Journal) The folks with GrowNextGen are staying very busy this summer. On July 22 the 2022 GrowNextGen Tour stopped at the Crawford County Fair highlighting biodiesel and soy ink through fun, hands-on activities
(Green Energy Biofuel/ EIN Presswire) South Carolina-based recycling firm Green Energy Biofuel continues its long history of helping schools and students prepare for the energy economy of tomorrow. -- Two Citadel alumni from South Carolina—BioJoe Renwick, co-founder of Green Energy Biofuel, and
by Erin Twamley (ErinTwamley.com/STEMSuperheros.com) In honor of national paperback book day (July 30, 2022) and back-to-school, STEM Superheroes is excited to announce the names of “Trailblazers!” These are real-life women who are featured in the 2nd children’s book, Everyday Superheroes: Women
(Minnesota Bio-Fuels Association) Seventeen students from Worthington High School toured Heron Lake BioEnergy on May 17 to get a closer look at the ethanol production process. “We were pleased to welcome students from Worthington High School and to give them a first-hand
(Addis Standard) Student Aden used manure and dung from various animals as biomass to generate the biofuel. -- Student Aden Hussien, an 8th grader at Tulu Wabi primary school in Borena Zone of Oromia state generated electricity using biofuel and provided
(Minnesota Bio-Fuels Association) Seventeen students from Blooming Prairie High School visited Al-Corn Clean Fuel on May 12 to learn about ethanol production. During the tour, the students learned about the different stages of the ethanol production process such as incoming grain grading,
(Minnesota Bio-Fuels Association) Seventeen students from Worthington High School toured Heron Lake BioEnergy on May 17 to get a closer look at the ethanol production process. “We were pleased to welcome students from Worthington High School and to give them a first-hand
(Arriva Italia/NGV Journal) On 27 April, Arriva Veneto presented seven new biomethane-powered buses at Campo Cannoni in Sottomarina. The zero-impact vehicles will soon enter service in the suburban fleet and will connect Chioggia with Venice, Mestre and the Marco Polo airport. The
(Minnesota Bio-Fuels Association) Sixteen students from St Peter Public Schools toured Guardian Energy yesterday to get a better understanding of the ethanol production process. “As producers of clean energy from locally-grown corn, we are also stewards of our area’s natural resources. We
(Nebraska Ethanol Board/Ethanol Producer Magazine) ... Nebraska high school students took on the mission of educating their peers about reducing their energy use and carbon footprint through the Field to Fuel student social media contest. Students were tasked with planning
(The Telegraph) The National Corn-to-Ethanol Research Center (NCERC) at Southern Illinois University Edwardsville has published a Workforce Training & Education Report summarizing opportunities for students to learn outside of the classroom, as well as NCERC’s programs that train the next generation
(Minnesota Bio-Fuels Association) Twelve students from Minnesota New Country School in Henderson toured Guardian Energy on April 29 to learn about ethanol production. “We were pleased to welcome students from Minnesota New Country School. Tours like these give students a first-hand look
(U.S. Department of Energy) 15 teams are advancing as finalists in the U.S. Department of Energy Bioenergy Technologies Office (BETO) 2022–2023 AlgaePrize competition. Finalist teams were selected based on their 10-page research synopsis which described each team’s research plan for their proposed project
(Minnesota Bio-Fuels Association) Students from Wabasso High School’s crop science class toured Highwater Ethanol on April 7 to learn more about ethanol production. “We are always happy to share our story with students. These tours give us an opportunity to explain
(Minnesota Bio-Fuels Association) Seven students from Morris Area Secondary School toured Chippewa Valley Ethanol Company (CVEC) yesterday to learn about ethanol production. “We were delighted to host students from Morris Area Secondary. Ethanol production plays a vital role in Minnesota’s rural economy.
(Minnesota Bio-Fuels Association) Twenty-two students from Sleepy Eye High School toured Highwater Ethanol on April 20 to get a closer look at the ethanol production process. During the tour, the students learned about the different stages of the ethanol production process such
(Minnesota Bio-Fuels Association) Seventeen students from Central High School in Norwood Young America toured Heartland Corn Products on March 10 to learn about ethanol production. During the tour, the students learned about the different stages of the ethanol production process including incoming
by Mike Olson (ABC Columbia) Students at Blythewood High School are revving their engines. This afternoon, school officials and students held a ribbon cutting ceremony for their biodiesel lab. It’s one of only two in the country. The biodiesel production lab
(Minnesota Bio-Fuels Association) Seventeen students from Central High School in Norwood Young America toured Heartland Corn Products on March 10 to learn about ethanol production. During the tour, the students learned about the different stages of the ethanol production process including incoming
(University of Maryland Eastern Shore) AgDiscovery is a unique opportunity for students to explore agricultural sciences and gain knowledge about careers in animal and plant disciplines, wildlife management, veterinary medicine, biotechnology, entomology, food safety, food production, agribusiness, forestry, and much
The Youth Climate Justice Summit is a day of youth action, learning, and a chance to directly participate in government. Join workshops led by youth and partners in the movement for climate justice. Meet with legislators to talk with them about
by Maia Schifman (The Blake School/Climate Generation) .. Climate change is like that essay you’ve been procrastinating. It was assigned weeks before it was due, but you had other homework due sooner, so you put it off. You put it
The Youth Climate Justice Summit is a day of youth action, learning, and a chance to directly participate in government. Join workshops led by youth and partners in the movement for climate justice. Meet with legislators to talk with them
by Joanne Ivancic (Advanced Biofuels USA) It has been a dream of mine to tell the story of the carbon cycle from the point of view of a carbon atom. After attending a Wilson Center webinar on Inspiring Environmental Good
X-STEM San Diego is an IN-PERSON conference for middle through high school students designed to empower and inspire kids about careers in science, technology, engineering, and mathematics. Attendees will be inspired by presentations from leading STEM role models, participate in Q&A
(Minnesota Bio-Fuels Association) Nine students from Red Rock Central Public School visited Highwater Ethanol on Dec 2 to learn about ethanol production. “These tours provide us with an opportunity to explain to them how ethanol is produced and the vital role it
by Ona Olisa (My Green Montgomery) Montgomery County Public Schools (MCPS) is planning to hold its first-ever Youth Climate Summit in March 2022. The idea for this summit developed after MCPS recognized increased student interest in climate action. Using a portion of a
(Minnesota Bio-Fuels Association) he Minnesota Bio-Fuels Association (MN Bio-Fuels) and Heartland Corn Products hosted a virtual plant tour for 15 students from Norwood Young America’s Central High School on Dec 1. “We were happy to share our story with students from Central
(Minnesota Bio-Fuels Association) Eighteen students from Westbrook Walnut Grove High School toured Highwater Ethanol yesterday to gain a better understanding of ethanol production. During the tour, the students learned about the various components of ethanol production such as incoming grain grading, grain
(Global Council for Science and the Environment) The Global Youth Science Partnership will facilitate collaboration, communication, and action between scientists and youth climate activists, to advance evidence-informed decision making and actions responsive to complex environmental challenges like climate change. The Global Youth Science
(Minnesota Bio-Fuels Association) Six students from Minnesota State University, Mankato’s agroecology class visited Guardian Energy yesterday to gain a better understanding of ethanol production. During the tour, the students learned about several components of the ethanol production process including incoming grain grading,
(Minnesota Bio-Fuels Association) The Minnesota Bio-Fuels Association (MN Bio-Fuels) and Al-Corn Clean Fuel hosted a virtual plant visit yesterday for Owatonna High School students. The students, from grades 9 to 12, were shown a detailed video of the plant’s ethanol production
(Minnesota Bio-Fuels Association) Seventeen students from Dodge Center’s Triton High School toured Al-Corn Clean Fuel yesterday to learn about ethanol production. During the tour, the students, from grades 11 and 12, learned about several components of the ethanol production process including incoming
For Immediate Release -- October 3, 2021—Frederick, MD -- Advanced Biofuels USA, a nonprofit educational organization, celebrates passing the 40,000 indexed item milestone in its online library dedicated to topics related to the world's transition to sustainable renewable fuels. "The goal of
by Valerie Strauss (Washington Post) The Washington Post did a recent poll on the attitudes of teens on various subjects, and there was a surprising result on what they see as the biggest threats to their generation: Only 49 percent said they
(Ready.gov) Emergencies and disasters can be scary, but there are ways to help you stay safe before, during, and even after a disaster. Here, you can play games to become a Disaster Master and learn how to build an emergency
Planning a family trip to the beautiful Maine coast this summer? Why not have your kiddos also learn about the wonderful world of algae! The University of Southern Maine and Maine Robotics is hosting the first ever Algae Camp. In collaboration
by Easton Kitowski and Tyler Falkavage (P.J. Jacobs Junior High School/Advanced Biofuels USA) Our final project for seventh grade science this year was an environmental issues project. Each group got to choose an environmental issue that was important, research the
(Oak Ridge National Laboratory) Esther Parish is one of eight scientists from the Department of Energy's Oak Ridge National Laboratory talking to students in nine schools across East Tennessee as part of National Environmental Education Week, or EE Week. On April 13, she
(Minnesota Bio-Fuels Association) The Minnesota Bio-Fuels Association (MN Bio-Fuels) and Highwater Ethanol hosted a virtual plant visit for 10 students from Sleepy Eye High School on April 20. During the virtual plant visit, the students, from the school’s Natural Resources class, were
(Urban Air Initiative) The Urban Air Initiative recently teamed up with local high school students to educate consumers on the many benefits of biofuels- including the fact that it’s a lower carbon fuel. UAI and a local chapter of the FFA Organization spent time
Hey kids! What do you think the solution to air pollution should be? What does it look like in your community? Do you think there should be a “Children’s Right to Clean Air”? We want to know! Children ages 7-15
by Ahmed Abdellah* (Advanced Biofuels USA) This video presentation compares the carbon footprint of school buses retrofitted with a system to enable use of 100% biodiesel with electric buses. It uses a case study of a proposal for 100% biodiesel
(U.S. Environmental Protection Agency) Your project--or one you are sponsoring--could be an award winner. Apply or encourage a student you know to apply for PEYA and see what a difference they can make for the environment with an award-winning project. Applicants
(Minnesota Bio-Fuels Association) The Minnesota Bio-Fuels Association (MN Bio-Fuels) and Chippewa Valley Ethanol Company (CVEC) hosted virtual plant visits for two classes at Benson High School on March 4. During the plant visits, the students, from grades 9 to 12, were given
(Minnesota Bio-Fuels Association) The Minnesota Bio-Fuels Association (MN Bio-Fuels) and Al-Corn Clean Fuel hosted two virtual plant visits for students from Triton High School last week. During both virtual visits, the students, from grades 11 and 12, were given a virtual presentation
(Minnesota Bio-Fuels Association) The Minnesota Bio-Fuels Association (MN Bio-Fuels) and Heartland Corn Products hosted a virtual plant visit for 11 students from Central High School in Norwood Young America on Feb 23. The students, from grades 10 to 12, were given a
(Advanced Biofuels USA) Advanced Biofuels USA's executive director, Joanne Ivancic, described the new educational materials developed by the organization in response to the Covid-19 pandemic-influenced need for online, user-friendly resources with basic information for a wide audience. Appearing on DigestConnect,
(Advanced Biofuels USA) Need to learn or teach about renewable fuels and the circular economy? About biofuels? Find what you need in this new series of 30 minute recorded presentations that come with a package of supporting materials for 30
For Immediate Release January 29, 2021—Frederick, MD -- -- Curious about renewable fuels? About biofuels? This new series of short videos enables you to take just a few minutes to get a quick review of essentials about renewable fuels. By watching
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