Dr. Dan’s Alternative Fuelwerks

February 16th, 2008: Dirty Hands Biodiesel Coop Host First Stop of Japanese Around-The-World Biodiesel Adventure! 

The Biodiesel Adventure is a global project in which Shusei Yamada drives around the world using only recycled Waste Vegetable Oil (WVO). The car has a super-small Biodiesel plant installed in the back and converts donated WVO into Biodiesel Fuel while driving. The purpose of the project is to raise people’s awareness to the possibilities for recycling and reuse of vegetable oil as a fuel.

WHEN: 10 AM - mid-afternoon..
WHERE: Dirty Hands Biodiesel Coop at Tom Flood’s Art Studio, 1435 34th Ave., Seattle, WA 98122

• Performance by Sattle Kokon Taiko (Japanese drum performance)
• Presentation by Shusei Yamada, Biodiesel Adventure Project Leader and Rally Driver
• To support this project, please bring WVO to the event.

For more info, call 206-682-9107 ext. 134

WVO donations:

• Any used vegetable oil and expired unused cooking oil is acceptable. No animal fats, shortening, or engine oil please
• After cooling oil, put it in a clear plastic bottle or jar fitted with a tight lid to prevent oxidation. Store it in a dark place.
• Add a note with your thoughts about the world you would like to create or a message to Shusei.
• At the event site, Shusei may take your photograph and introduce your message on the Web.

Sponsored by: Consulate-General of Japan in Seattle, Biodiesel Adventure (Japan), Dirty Hands Biodiesel Coop, Madrona Biofuels Coop & FloodStudio Inc.

February 26th, 2008: Northwest Biodiesel Network Monthly Meeting - Homebrewing with BioLyle

Ever wondered about making your own biodiesel? BioLyle will cover what you need to know about homebrewing biodiesel. Learn about where to get materials, how to make your own processor or where to buy an automated one, how to ensure fuel quality, how to find high quality used cooking oil, and more! There will be plenty of time for Q&A.

WHEN: 7:00 pm to 9:00 pm
WHERE: Seattle Phinney Center, 6532 Phinney Ave. N, Seattle WA

Cost is Free. More information at the NWBN website.

March 3rd, 2008:Climate Dialogues Volunteers Meeting

The Greater Seattle Climate Dialogues is a campaign of community learning and discussion that begins with small group dialogues (in neighborhoods, workplaces, schools, etc.) and will culminate in a Citizen’s Climate Summit, where our informed, collective voice will be heard by local and national political leaders. Come learn about the Dialogues, get a copy of Climate Choices, and meet other people who are getting involved.

WHEN: 6:30pm to 8:00pm
WHERE: Goods for the Planet, 525 Dexter Avenue N, Seattle WA

For more information, visit http://www.climatedialogues.org/

March 15th, 2008: NWBN - Biodiesel in Your Neighborhood Community Forum

Funded in part by a grant from the City of Seattle’s Neighborhood Climate Protection Fund, this event includes a visit from City Councilmember Sally Clark, panel discussions on biodiesel activism for improving health and fighting climate change, student presentations and contest results, and informative booths with friendly volunteers from neighborhood and community organizations.

WHEN: 10:00am - 2:00pm
WHERE: Rainier Community Center, 4600 38th Ave. S, Seattle WA

March 25th, 2008: Northwest Biodiesel Network Monthly Meeting - Diesel Vehicles, Availability & Compatibility

Learn the latest about biodiesel compatible vehicles – what’s coming and when. Find out the latest about car manufacturers’ acceptance of biodiesel. Get excited about those new diesel cars and trucks we’ve been waiting for!

WHEN: 7:00pm to 9:00pm
WHERE: Seattle Phinney Center, 6532 Phinney Ave. N, Seattle WA

We are pleased to announce that our new station in the Roosevelt neighborhood is now open!  In partnership with Espresso Express, we are offering B99 at 65th & 15th Ave NE, near I-5 and Whole Foods.  The new station operates independently of our pre-paid account system in Ballard, so customers pay as they fill.

Hours are 6am-6pm Monday-Friday, Saturday 7am-3pm, and Sunday 8am-3pm.  For a map of the area, click here.

Please call 206-783-5728 for more information.

As we pioneer the abundant field of renewable energy, it is important to keep our larger goals in mind.  At Dr. Dan’s we are committed to keeping biodiesel sustainable in the long term.  For our customers, for our industry, and most importantly, for our environment, we take extra care in ensuring that our fuel is produced in the most sustainable way possible.  This means using only domestic feedstock for our fuel and investing in carbon offsets for the small petroleum inputs needed to get the fuel from the field to your tank.

We envision and strive for a local economy that utilizes agricultural byproducts from here in the Northwest to sustainably produce quality fuel.  Fuel that is locally grown, produced, and consumed can enrich our economy, help our environment, and improve our quality of life.

Unfortunately, this vision is being compromised by the marketing of fuel made from unsustainable sources such as foriegn palm oil.  Transporting raw materials across the globe not only undermines the environmental benefits of biodiesel, but also discourages local farmers and industry leaders from developing a sustainable biofuels economy.  We encourage all of our customers and friends to make your voices heard by demanding domestic fuel and working to create a sustainable future for biodiesel.

To learn more about foreign palm oil, check out this article from the New York Times.

Interested in helping reduce climate change impacts in your neighborhood?  Check out the City of Seattle’s grant opportunities! Visit http://www.seattle.gov/neighborhoods/nmf/climate.htm .