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Biodiesel Safety and Best Management Practices for Small-Scale Noncommercial Use and Production.pdf

July 18, 2009 · Filed Under Agricultural Engineering · Comment  · Tags: , , ,

Taken from Introduction: The objective of this publication is to review some of the accepted practices associated with small-scale biodiesel production to make it a safe, environmentally sound practice that generates a quality product. Prospective biodiesel producers are also encouraged to use this information as they decide whether or not to begin making biodiesel. For the preparation of this document, we have solicited input from a variety of experts including chemists, agronomists, environmental engineers, regulators, and educators in the field of small-scale biodiesel production and use. Please note that this booklet provides references to state regulations for Pennsylvania; biodiesel producers in other states are encouraged to check with their state regulators to ensure that they are in compliance with all regulations. A glossary is provided at the end of the booklet which defines terms used throughout the publication.

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Oil and Gas Production Handbook - An introduction to oil and gas production.pdf

July 15, 2009 · Filed Under Mining Engineering · Comment  · Tags: ,

Taken from Introduction: Oil has been used for lighting purposes for many thousand years. In areas where oil is found in shallow reservoirs, seeps of crude oil or gas may naturally develop, and some oil could simply be collected from seepage or tar ponds. Historically, we know of tales of eternal fires where oil and gas seeps would ignite and burn. One example 1000 B.C. is the site where the famous oracle of Delphi would be built, and 500 B.C. Chinese were using natural gas to boil water.
But it was not until 1859 that “Colonel” Edwin Drake drilled the first successful oil well, for the sole purpose of finding oil.