Transcript Biofuel Business Programme Funding and Legislation

Small Scale Biodiesel Production
28th November 2011
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10:00 Brief Introduction, Biofuel Business Programme
Lidia Krzynoweka, Project Manager, Biofuel Business Programme
10:10 Overview of Biodiesel Processes & Challenges
William Makura, Edinburgh Napier University
10:30 Case Study – Biodiesel Kits
Iver Salvesen, Muirhouse Farm
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10:50 Coffee Break – refreshments available
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11:20 Impact of Biodiesel on the engine
Wafaa Saleh, Transport Research Institute, Edinburgh Napier University
11:40 SEPA regulations around small scale Biodiesel Production
Fiona Donaldson, SEPA
11:55 Case Study - home produced biodiesel , starting the journey
Mr Ron Bird
12:05 Case Study – Stuart Lindsay, Spectrum Engineering Solutions
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Biofuel Business Programme
28th November 2011
Lidia Krzynowek
Project Manager
Aim
We aim to increase the competitiveness
of Scottish SME’s through engagement
with sustainable biofuels.
We work with - SME’s based in Lowlands and Uplands of
Scotland
We utilise – Academic expertise of BfRC and other key
stakeholders
We focus on- sustainable biofuels – produced from biomass
waste e.g. Biodiesel, Bioethanol, Biobutanol, Biogas
Why engage with biofuels ?
Opportunities for your business
• Cutting Costs e.g. savings on landfill tax, tax credits under
enhanced capital allowances scheme
• Competitive edge for your business- prepare your business
for Low Carbon Economy
• Development of new products and processes
for biofuel industry
• Improving environmental performance
of your company
• Complying with legislations
• Improving image of your Business
How we can support your
business?
• by providing clear and easy to understand information about
biofuel technologies, legislation and funding. (events, fact sheets
and case studies)
• by facilitating networking with key stakeholders in biofuel
industry and academia (networking events, newsletter, direct
mailing)
• by directly engaging with businesses (tailored advice, free
consultation, mini KT projects)
• by offering access to funding through our £5k Feasibility
found for SME’s
Engaging with us?
Biofuel Business Programme
Biofuel Research Centre
Edinburgh Napier University
Sighthill Campus, Edinburgh.
Tel : 0131 455 2217
[email protected]
www.napier.ac.uk/bbp