(John A. Dutton Institute for Teaching and Learning Excellence/Pennsylvania State University) Course Overview: This course will examine the chemistry of technologies of bio-based sources for power generation and transportation fuels. When you successfully complete this course, you will be prepared to: describe various biomasses
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Back TO HOMEGreenhouse Gas Management Institute Offers Online Courses on the Basics of GHG Accounting, Auditing and Management
(GHG Management Institute) The Greenhouse Gas Management Institute is USA-based a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization, also with a registered non-profit organization based in Italy. Our work involves educating on the basics of GHG accounting, auditing and management, training professionals to meet the highest standards of expertise
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Elevate Your Expertise with the RSB Academy’s Suite of e-Learning Courses on Sustainability Certification
(Roundtable on Sustainable Biomaterials) Two months ago, at the RSB Annual Conference, we launched the RSB Academy Programme – an educational initiative dedicated to equipping stakeholders with the knowledge and skills needed to drive a sustainable bioeconomy – which also introduced the first
March 10, 2025 Read Full Article
The RSB Academy Programme Is Launched to Build Capacity for a Sustainable Bioeconomy
(Roundtable for Sustainable Biomaterials) ... (A)t the RSB Annual Conference, RSB introduced the RSB Academy Programme, a new educational initiative dedicated to capacity building for a sustainable bioeconomy. The launch of the programme was accompanied by the launch of eleven e-learning
January 20, 2025 Read Full Article
Alternative Aviation Fuels and ASTM Standards -- eLearning Course --- ONLINE
(ASTM) This course provides an overview of alternative aviation fuels, their regulatory basis, and the standards for their qualification and use. More than two decades ago, supply security concerns prompted a new focus within the aviation community on exploring alternatives
January 09, 2025 Read Full Article
American Lung Association's Biobased Academy® --- ongoing --- ONLINE
Biobased Academy® is a comprehensive training program designed to educate professionals on the operational, health, safety, and environmental benefits of biobased fleet, facility, and grounds products. This program is offered by the American Lung Association in partnership with the United Soybean
October 01, 2024 Read Full Article
INJAZ Al-Arab and Boeing launch sustainable aviation course in Middle East
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
July 24, 2024 Read Full Article
Training Course on the Subject of Bioenergy for Teachers/Researchers of Higher Education Institutions --- Wednesdays May 15-29, 2024 --- ONLINE
(UABIO) We are pleased to announce that we are opening registration for the bioenergy training course for teachers/researchers of higher education institutions, which will take place on May 15-29, 2024 within the framework of the EBRD/GEF project “Knowledge Management Program for the Development of
May 15, 2024 Read Full Article
Grounded in Ag Training Platform Introduced
by Cindy Zimmerman (AgWired) Communications and training firm Grounded Communications LLC is launching Grounded in AgTM, a new online training platform to address the agricultural knowledge gap for organizations. The platform is designed to meet the needs of anyone seeking a better understanding of
April 25, 2024 Read Full Article
American Lung Association, United Soybean Board Unveil New Biobased Certified Facilities and Property Professional course
(American Lung Association/Biobased Diesel Daily) Building, facility and construction leaders have an unprecedented new tool to bolster sustainability efforts and prioritize worker health thanks to another groundbreaking partnership between the United Soybean Board and the American Lung Association. Following the successful launch
February 20, 2024 Read Full Article
BIOGAS #HANDS ON --- February 15 - March 7, 2024 --- ONLINE
Due to popular demand, our flagship online biogas training is now modular. ✓ Attend from wherever you are ✓ Two weekly biogas trainings for 4 weeks ✓ 14 unique modules – separately bookable ✓ Benefit from IBBK’s live trainings without leaving your home (or office) Instead
January 30, 2024 Read Full Article
Training Program for Biomethane Production in Ukraine --- Wednesdays until February 14, 2024 --- ONLINE
On January 17, 2024, the USAID Energy Security Project (ESP), in cooperation with the Civic Union Bioenergy Association of Ukraine (UABio), will start a comprehensive Training Program for Biomethane Production in Ukraine. Date: every wednesday, January 17 – February 14, 2024 Time: from 14:00 to 18:00,
January 15, 2024 Read Full Article
SAF Academy --- January 31, 2024 --- ONLINE Registration DEADLINE January 15, 2024
SAF Academy is an online training session on SAF basics developed for airlines that are taking their first steps in sourcing SAF. SAF Fundamentals Equip your team with key knowledge to get started on SAF Pricing Dynamics Leverage incentives and programs to reduce the
January 12, 2024 Read Full Article
Project to Raise Awareness of Clean Fuels Jobs in Atlantic Canada
(Atlantica Centre for Energy/Canadian Biomass Magazine) The Atlantica Centre for Energy launched a new energy literacy project to raise awareness of opportunities in the clean fuels sector for post-secondary students and First Nation’s youth in all four Atlantic provinces. The Fuel 4
November 15, 2023 Read Full Article
Hydrogen: Why the Hype? Opportunities, Challenges and Recent Trends --- November 12-17, 2023 --- ONLINE
(University of Texas at Austin) This three-day online course is for energy sector professionals seeking an understanding of hydrogen and its role in energy transition, including the opportunities, challenges and policy implications related to its deployment and hydrogen’s role in being
November 03, 2023 Read Full Article
Carbon Captuer Utilization and Storage (CCUS) 8-Week Online Course from University of Houston DEADLINE November 6, 2023
(University of Houston) UH offers an 8-week, online executive education course that examines the technology, economics, and challenges of Carbon Capture Utilization and Storage (CCUS). The UH CCUS course is taught by world recognized experts from the energy industry. The energy transition poses significant challenges
October 23, 2023 Read Full Article
Biobased Academy®
(American Lung Association) Biobased Academy® is a comprehensive training program designed to educate professionals on the operational, health, safety, and environmental benefits of biobased fleet, facility, and grounds products. This program is offered by the American Lung Association in partnership with the
June 27, 2023 Read Full Article
The Algae Foundation Offers Three Massive Open Online Courses (MOOCs)
(Algae Foundation) The Algae Foundation is pleased to announce the publication of it’s third Massive Open Online Course. Algal MOOC #3, Introduction to Seaweeds. Algal MOOC #3 is the third of five courses developed by the Algae Foundation and Scripps Institution of
February 03, 2023 Read Full Article
Mastering Clean Hydrogen --- February 27 - March 2, 2023 --- ONLINE
The ‘hydrogen economy’ was first described 50 years ago, but failed to develop. Now hydrogen is making a comeback, with unprecedented momentum from both policymakers and industry amid a background of energy decarbonisation. Nevertheless, given its failure in the past, current investors
November 14, 2022 Read Full Article
Mastering Clean Ammonia --- February 7-9, 2023 --- ONLINE
A business guide to ammonia production, market opportunities & deployment challenges Course Sessions 1. Ammonia production pathways, current and emerging 2. The role of clean ammonia in the energy transition 3. Developing clean ammonia market demand and projects Benefits of Attending • Understand current & emerging
November 14, 2022 Read Full Article
Carbon Capture, Utilisation and Storage (CCUS) Online Course --- July 5-8, 2022 --- ONLINE
(InFocus International) This course is intended for those in business, commercial and strategically focused roles within the energy sector; in particular those responsible for environmental matters, business sustainability and business transformation in areas such as oil & gas, hydrogen and industrial
April 11, 2022 Read Full Article
Online Course: Carbon Capture, Utilisation and Storage (CCUS) --- starts February 14, 2022
Master the technology pathways, its business drivers, economics and deployment strategies -- This course is intended for those in business, commercial and strategically focused roles within the energy sector; in particular those responsible for environmental matters, business sustainability and business
January 18, 2022 Read Full Article
RFA, TRANSCAER Unveil Ethanol Emergency Response Video Series
(Renewable Fuels Association) The Renewable Fuels Association has released a series of ethanol emergency response videos aimed at ensuring effective responses to ethanol incidents. The eight-episode package was developed in conjunction with TRANSCAER and funded via a federal Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety
December 20, 2021 Read Full Article
Congressional Climate Camp #1: Budget, Appropriations, and Stimulus Briefing Series: Congressional Climate Camps
(Environmental and Energy Study Institute) The Environmental and Energy Study Institute (EESI) is holding a Climate Camp online briefing series. We are going over the basics of the legislative process, highlighting key areas and opportunities for achieving near-term and long-term carbon reductions through
July 02, 2021 Read Full Article
America’s Cultivation Corridor: Inspiring Ingenuity among International Innovators
by Mark Laurenzo (Iowa Economic Development Authority/Biofuels Digest) ... Coupled with homegrown advancements in precision agriculture that continue to revolutionize the industry, Iowa stands as not only a premier destination for agribusiness but a center of agrarian knowledge that informs
March 30, 2021 Read Full Article
Sardinia Academy of Waste Management Training Programme --- Thursdays --- ONLINE
We are proud to present the SARDINIA ACADEMY OF WASTE MANAGEMENT, a new online training programme promoted by IWWG - International Waste Working Group. The programme will consist of weekly webinars devoted to a series of different WM topics. These webinars will be the equivalent of the
February 19, 2021 Read Full Article
Aberdeen Leading the Field with New Energy Transition Degree
(University of Aberdeen) The University of Aberdeen has today launched the UK's first postgraduate degree programme in Energy Transition Systems and Technologies. The new course, which is available to study full-time on campus from September (depending on Covid-19 situation), or part-time online,
January 21, 2021 Read Full Article
Virtual Training for the New 2019 Version of ISO 14064 Part 3 --- October 12-15, 2020 --- ONLINE
Futurepast (We Count Carbon) Virtual Classroom with John Shideler -- Training for organizations, verifiers and oversight bodies on the new 2019 version of ISO 14064 Part 3. This is a four-day virtual training that will cover an introduction to ISO 14064:2019
August 13, 2020 Read Full Article
American Biogas Council Operators' School Virtual Modules 1-3 --- July 22-23, 2020 --- ONLINE
We have both transitioned ABC’s Operator School to a very interactive virtual platform (these are not just webinars!), and completely overhauled our content to make it clearer, richer and more helpful than ever before. Operator School is designed by operators
July 20, 2020 Read Full Article
Algae Education and the Future of the Bioeconomy
by Christy Sterner (U.S. Department of Energy) How ATEC leads the way toward educating the next generation of bioeconomy professionals. The Algae Technology Educational Consortium (ATEC) is a collaboration between the Algae Foundation, the U.S. Department of Energy's Bioenergy Technologies Office (BETO), and the National Renewable Energy
May 15, 2020 Read Full Article
Bergeson & Campbell, P.C. (B&C®) Announces Release of Complete Suite of TSCA Tutor™ Regulatory Training Courses Online and On-Demand
(Bergeson & Cempbell) B&C Launches TSCA Tutor™ Online, On-Demand Training Courses: Bergeson & Campbell, P.C. (B&C®) is pleased to announce the release of the complete suite of TSCA Tutor™ regulatory training courses online and on-demand at www.TSCAtutor.com. Professionals seeking expert, efficient, essential
February 15, 2020 Read Full Article
Online Biology MS Offered by University of Nebraska at Kearney
(Univeristy of Nebraska at Keaney) Get the same diploma as on campus students. The online Biology, MS program is designed for high school and middle school teachers, scientists, researchers and anyone who could benefit from advanced study in biology. The Biology,
February 11, 2020 Read Full Article
B&C Launches TSCA Tutor™ Online, On-Demand Training Courses
(Bergeson & Campbell) Bergeson & Campbell, P.C. (B&C®) is pleased to announce the release of the complete suite of TSCA Tutor™ regulatory training courses online and on-demand at www.TSCAtutor.com. Professionals seeking expert, efficient, essential training can preview and enroll in on-demand
January 22, 2020 Read Full Article
The Only Bachelor of Applied Science (BAS) Energy Management Program in the Nation
(Bismark State College) As the biomass industry grows and adapts to new technologies and innovations, qualified supervisors and managers will play an important role in ensuring the profitable operation of facilities well into the future. A Bachelor of Applied Science
December 12, 2019 Read Full Article
Learn Algae Production Skills with These Online Courses from the Algae Technology Educational Consortium
(Algae Biomass Organization) Algae production technologies are gearing up to provide biomass that can be used in markets that are projected to reach hundreds of billions of dollars. To help meet that opportunity ABO ‘s sister organization, The Algae Foundation, is coordinating
December 09, 2019 Read Full Article
A Free Online Course Reveals the Scary Reality and Health Dangers of Climate Change. But It Also Gets You Involved in Solutions.
by Erin Blakemore (Washington Post) Scientists warned for years about the ramifications of human-caused climate change. Now, those predictions are coming to pass as glaciers melt, wildfires rage and the global surface temperature continues to rise. But the polar ice caps and
August 31, 2019 Read Full Article
Algae Technology Educational Consortium Prepares Students for Careers in Algae Cultivation and Technologies
by Jonathan Male (U.S. Department of Energy) Algae is a fast-growing industry that needs a skilled workforce of scientists, researchers, and engineers to advance algae technology and the commercialization of algal products to support the bioeconomy. With funding from the Bioenergy
July 22, 2019 Read Full Article
Make a World of Difference — Explore Penn State Energy and Sustainability Programs Online
(Pennsylvania State University) The global shift to clean energy is creating opportunities for project developers and policy experts to drive renewable energy initiatives and encourage a culture of sustainability. Prepare yourself to help shape the future by graduating from one of
April 09, 2019 Read Full Article
Online Programs in Energy and Sustainability at Penn State
(Pennsylvania State University) The global power shift is creating jobs for renewable energy project developers as well as policy experts who can drive clean energy initiatives and encourage a more sustainable culture. Let our online programs help you become an agent
March 05, 2019 Read Full Article
A First-of-a-Kind Algal-based College Certificate Program Sends Off Its First Graduates
(U.S. Department of Energy) The U.S. Department of Energy’s Bioenergy Technologies Office (BETO)-funded Algae Technology Educational Consortium (ATEC) is proud to announce its first graduates from the algal certificate program at Santa Fe Community College in Santa Fe, New Mexico. These first ATEC graduates
June 27, 2018 Read Full Article
Consortium Launches Online Algae Intro Course
(Algae Industry Magazine) A new online course in algae basics has just been made available by Coursera for anyone interested in learning the fundamentals of algae. The Massive Open Online Course (MOOC), Introduction to Algae, was produced at the University of
February 22, 2018 Read Full Article
Environmental and Energy Law Program at Vermont Law School (Fellowship Application Deadline: May 1)
(Vermont Law School) SHAPE ENERGY POLICY--Learn how to use the law to shape policies that encourage energy efficiency, advance renewable energy, and promote energy security and justice. The legal system will critically affect how humanity meets the challenge of energy and environmental
February 14, 2018 Read Full Article
Algae Foundation Gears up Coursework
by Mark R. Edwards (Algae Industry Magazine) t the recent Algae Biomass Summit in Salt Lake City Algae Foundation President Ira Levine shared this year’s advancements in algal-based education for K-14 and beyond. The past year has been an eventful year
December 04, 2017 Read Full Article
ATEC Passes First Semester
(Algae Industry Magazine) The Algae Technology Education Consortium (ATEC), a collaboration among the National Renewable Energy Laboratory, the Algae Foundation, universities, community colleges, and industry production companies across the United States, has successfully implemented the first semester of the ATEC curriculum
May 10, 2017 Read Full Article
Expanding Algae Education
(Algae Biomass Organization) The Department of Energy’s Bioenergy Technologies Office (BETO) has shown a commitment to algae and its future by funding a project to expand education in the algae industry. More specifically, BETO is funding the Algae Technology Education
September 30, 2016 Read Full Article
@EthanolRFA Offers Online #Ethanol Emergency Course
by Joanna Schroeder (Energy.AgWired.com) For first responders unable to attend in-person training courses, the Renewable Fuels Association (RFA) is now offering an online version of its Ethanol Emergency Response course. Offered in partnership with the International Association of Fire Chiefs
August 05, 2016 Read Full Article
CAB-Comm Final Report Documents Accomplishments from Six Years of Algal Research
(U.S. Department of Energy) The Consortium for Algal Biofuel Commercialization (CAB-Comm), led by the University of California, San Diego, has just released its final report, detailing the many accomplishments and impactful contributions achieved in its six years of operation. CAB-Comm
May 12, 2016 Read Full Article
March Madness Webinar Series: In Review, the 600+ slides, the BioChannel.TV Replay Schedule
by Jim Lane (Biofuels Digest) ...We’ll have more webinars over the coming weeks as we turn our attention to new pressing topics — but first of all, thank you to the 1300+ season pass holders who joined us these past
April 15, 2016 Read Full Article
U.S. Department of Transportation Announces Flammable Liquid Unit Trains Response Curriculum
(US Department of Transportation) Online Resource Offers Responders a Flexible Approach to Pre-Incident Planning for Rail Incidents -- The US Department of Transportation's Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration (PHMSA) today announced the launch of the web-accessible Transportation Rail Incident Preparedness
April 05, 2016 Read Full Article
NEWBio Scholarships Available: Online Bioenergy Graduate Education DEADLINE: March 15, 2016
(NEWBio) NEWBio is offering a limited number of scholarships for students to take the following online graduate-level bioenergy courses during the summer semester of 2016: ABE884 (Bioenergy Systems) and ABE885 (Bioenergy Harvest and Logistics). Find more information and the scholarship
February 01, 2016 Read Full Article
Advanced Biofuels Online Course Offered by McGill University and BioFuelNet Canada
(BioFuelNet Canada) BioFuelNet Canada, a national research network hosted by McGill University, is offering an online certificate course on advanced biofuels. BioFuelNet strongly recommends that the network’s Highly Qualified Personnel (HQP) take this course, but anyone from outside the organization is
January 11, 2016 Read Full Article
Learning about Ethanol Production Is Now Fun & Easy
(Novozymes Think Bioenergy/Bioenergy University) How do you teach the basics of ethanol production in a fun and engaging manner? The Novozymes Bioenergy team asked itself this question and found the answer in Ethanol Challenge, an interactive game designed to illustrate
September 16, 2015 Read Full Article
Novzymes Rolls out Ethanol Education Training Program
by Ann Bailey (Ethanol Producer Magazine) A new training tool called Novozymes Bioenergy University is available to the ethanol industry. Novozymes created the online training program to address the educational needs of the diverse workforce in the ethanol industry, said Rachel
September 16, 2015 Read Full Article
Blog: Project to Restart Idled Ethanol Plant Has Deep Impact on Student
by Holly Jessen (Ethanol Producer Magazine) This week, we'll hear from someone that was part of a project to restart an idled ethanol plant in 2013. It was an ambitious and interesting effort and I'm sorry to hear it wasn't
June 30, 2015 Read Full Article
Training Program Teaches Diesel Mechanics about Biodiesel
(Iowa Biodiesel Board/Biodiesel Magazine) A federal grant has helped expand a program to educate diesel technicians about biodiesel throughout the Midwest. Working in conjunction with the Iowa Biodiesel Board, the regional Clean Cities initiative makes the “Biodiesel for Diesel Technicians” program
June 11, 2015 Read Full Article
Pennsylvania State University (PSU): An Example to Follow
by Danilo Gusmão de Quadros* (Advanced Biofuels USA) I had heard about Pennsylvania State University's bioenergy and biofuels educational initiatives from Advanced Biofuels USA's Joanne Ivancic, just after starting to work on a project to identify college level biofuels education
May 13, 2015 Read Full Article
Top of Biofuels Class
by Holly Jessen (Ethanol Producer Magazine) Training programs around the U.S. offer opportunities in the biofuels industry for part- and full-time students. ... Mick Miller, president of NuVu Fuels and general manager of DENCO II in Morris, Minnesota, also went through the
April 13, 2015 Read Full Article
Telling the Story of Energy Through Online Educational Resources
(American Farm Bureau Federation) The American Farm Bureau Foundation for Agriculture has launched new, free energy-based educational resources online for middle- and high-school educators and volunteers. Educators will discover the power of energy education and the unique connections to agricultural literacy with
April 07, 2015 Read Full Article
Lifting America’s Game in Climate Education, Literacy, and Training
(The White House Office of Science and Technology) ... Continued progress into the future will depend on ensuring a climate-smart citizenry and a next-generation American workforce of city planners, community leaders, engineers, and entrepreneurs who understand the urgent climate-change challenge and are equipped
December 08, 2014 Read Full Article
Students Power Up in Classroom with Biofuels Video Game
by Mary Sussman (Great Lakes Bioenergy Research Center) High school students wrestle with the sustainability challenges of making real-world decisions about biofuel agriculture while playing Fields of Fuel, an educational video game developed by WID researchers. Recently released online for use
November 24, 2014 Read Full Article
University of Tennessee Publishes Learning Materials--Biochar Module for Middle and High School Students AND Online Course for Biomass Procurement Specialist-Switchgrass
The University of Tennessee's Southeastern Partnership for Integrated Biomass Supply Systems has published learning materials for students and professionals in their Learning Materials web pages. Using Biochar as a soil amendmentThe UT conversion team has created an education module that pertains to
September 16, 2014 Read Full Article
Summer 2014 NEWBio Graduate Bioenergy Scholarships Available - Apply by March 20, 2014
(NEWBio) Scholarships are available for two online courses that will be offered this summer: ABE 884: Bioenergy Systems and ABE 885: Bioenergy Harvest & Logistics. The courses are 3 credits each, and scholarships are available that cover all tuition
March 03, 2014 Read Full Article
Extension Programs: NewBio Webinars 2nd Tuesdays
Join us on the second Tuesday of each month for our "Northeast Bioenergy Webinar Series". These online, hour-long presentations are free to the public, and feature fascinating and important topics related to bioenergy in the northeast. Attend the live webinars at https://meeting.psu.edu/bioenergy -
January 06, 2014 Read Full Article
Students at ACTC Study the Power of Soy
by Mike James (The Independent) Looking at the tiny vial of golden soybean oil on his desk reminds Shannon McCarty that technical education must keep up with technology. In this case, it means the diesel mechanics course he teaches at Ashland
January 06, 2014 Read Full Article
Online Course: Algae Production Certification Course
Name of Provider: National Algae Association Type: introduce individuals to the multifaceted concepts of not only strain selection, cultivation, harvesting, and bioproduction methods; but also the economic considerations prevalent in the commercial algae production industry. Course: NAA Algae Production and Certification Course Course description: The National Algae
September 23, 2013 Read Full Article
Penn State Offers New Online Bioenergy Course: ABE 884 - Bioenergy Systems
This fall semester, Penn State World Campus is offering the following online graduate course: ABE 884 - Bioenergy Systems You are invited to register now for this advanced course in bioenergy principles and applications. The course examines the theories and applied technologies
August 21, 2013 Read Full Article
No Matter Who Wins The Presidency, Addiction to Foreign Oil Will Still Be a Problem
(National Algae Association) ...NAA is proud of its efforts in promoting collaboration between the research community and the commercial algae production industry. Without any grant money from the government, NAA has been successful in promoting collaboration between researchers and producers, building commercial-scale
October 23, 2012 Read Full Article
Cenusa Bioenergy Receives $25 Million Grant from USDA
by Kelly Madsen (IowaStateDaily.com) The Iowa State University-led Cenusa Bioenergy project works to develop a biofuel with both a Midwestern and environmental focus. Through a five-year, $25 million grant from the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s National Institute of Food and Agriculture,
March 26, 2012 Read Full Article
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