Biofuels Technology Club (BTC) seeks to create a sustainable loop on campus through converting waste cooking oil from the dining halls into biodiesel for use in campus vehicles. BTC is composed of 35 diverse students who share a passion for the environment, green chemistry, and student-directed research. BTC performs its research in the Incubator Lab on campus and runs a 50 gallon reactor at the Richmond Field Station, where large batches of biodiesel are made.
Values
Ingenuity – As students, we pride ourselves in exploring the unexplored. Surrounded by the brilliance and inventiveness rooted in our university culture, we dare to pioneer and actualize “crazy” ideas.
Safety – Taking satisfaction in the extremely hands-on work we do, we conclude there are no shortcuts or expectations in safety; our utmost priority is to keep our team safe.
Teamwork – Our team of diverse individuals share a passion for problem-solving, sustainability, and most importantly, having fun; we find these are the perfect ingredients for synergy.
Partnerships
