The Certified Biofuels Educator program

The American Biofuels Council (ABC), has launched the Certified Biofuels Educator (CBE) program to train and certify Federal, State and local government officials (Environmental Agencies, Fire Marshalls, etc.) corporate (fleet and fuel managers), and educators (High School and Secondary) as well as community volunteers in providing accurate and comprehensive biofuels information. 

The CBE course consists of a home-study program followed by two days of live instruction covering eight modules.

CBE candidates will receive training on each type of biofuel including advantages and disadvantages of each, regional considerations, availability of fuels, transition plan development, and community group communications skills. They will also receive comprehensive training on biofuel feedstocks.

The course is capped by a proctored examination, and successful candidates will receive the CBE designation. CBE holders will be required to take related continuing education courses annually to retain their Certificate.

The program is open to all US residents over the age of 18. The courses have a nominal charge for materials, but are taught by ABC volunteers.

Dates and Locations

Next class date: TBD

In 2008 we will be conducting the CBE course across the lower 48 states.

In 2009 we will be expanding the program to every major metropolitan market in the US. (285+ Cities)

Contact us if you would like to sponsor a CBE class in your town.

The National Biofuels Training Center

The National Biofuels Training Center (BTC) will be the leader in educational programming and activities to break America’s addiction to oil and lead to energy security and the greater use of renewable fuels in transportation. The BTC is the premiere alternative fuel vehicle and advanced biofuels technology training organization in the United States! 

The BTC will offer training in the form of classes and workshops on a wide array of topics such as biodiesel and ethanol, production, quality assurance, handling, storage, and performance. Courses on transient emissions testing and AFV applications for aircraft and material handling are also available. Audiences members include automotive technicians, educators, fleet operators, fuel marketers, training institutions, public interest groups, and entrepreneurs.

Coming in 2009, the BTC will be headquartered in Miami Florida and will conduct training across the country from Hawaii to Puerto Rico. Each course provides Effective Training through its experienced instructors and real-world shop facilities. Approximately 50 Affiliate and Associate members will also support the BTC’s mission to provide the training infrastructure for implementing the widespread use of alternative fuels, alternative fuel vehicles, and advanced technology vehicles.

To apply for training in any of our courses, or to express interest in learning more about the Certified Biofuels Educator program or the CBE designation requirements, use this contact form.