Backyard Biodiesel: How to Brew Your Own Fuel - Couverture souple

Estill, Lyle; Armantrout, Bob

Couverture souple

ISBN 10 : 0865717850 ISBN 13 : 9780865717855

Editeur : New Society Publishers, 2015

Synopsis

Small-scale home biodiesel production holds a singular attraction for the do-it-yourself enthusiast. While perhaps it can't save the world, this unique renewable fuel is economical, fun to make, better for the environment, and will help you reduce your dependence on Big Oil. And getting started is easier than you think. Backyard Biodiesel is written by two recognized experts in the field of small-scale biofuels. This comprehensive hands-on, practical, DIY guide includes: * The basics of small-scale brewing-recipes, strategies, and technologies * Advanced backyard analytics and troubleshooting * Safety considerations and regulatory issues * Topping up the tank-how to put your biodiesel to work for you Making your own fuel is not only possible, it is rewarding. Designed to be accessible to everyone from readers with no prior technical expertise to alternative energy buffs, Backyard Biodiesel is a must-read for any aspiring brewer, packed with everything you need to get up and running quickly and safely. Lyle Estill is the president and co-founder of Piedmont Biofuels and the author of Industrial Evolution, Small is Possible, and Small Stories, Big Changes. He has won numerous awards for his commitment to sustainability, outreach, community development, and leadership. Bob Armantrout helped to manage four commercial biodiesel plants before joining Piedmont Biofuels in 2007. He works as an instructor at Central Carolina Community College, where he spearheads an innovative two-year biofuels degree program.

A propos du livre

À propos des auteurs

Lyle Estill is the president and co-founder of Piedmont Biofuels, a community-scale biodiesel project. A leader in the sustainability movement, he is the award-winning author of Industrial Evolution, Small is Possible and Small Stories, Big Changes, and is recognized for his commitment to community resilience.

Bob Armantrout managed four commercial biodiesel plants across the US before joining Piedmont Biofuels in 2007. Outside of his work in alternative fuels, he is an organic gardener and explores the world of mycelium through mushroom and tempeh production

Détails de l'édition

• Éditeur: New Society Publishers
• Date d'édition: 2015
• Langue: anglais
• ISBN 10: 0865717850
• ISBN 13: 9780865717855
• Reliure: Broché
• Nombre de pages: 176
• Coordonnées du fabricant: non disponible
• Personne responsable: non disponible