What does BTC actually make, and where does it go?

BTC converts waste cooking oil collected from UC Berkeley dining halls into biodiesel fuel, which is then used to power campus vehicles.

Where does the hands-on work take place?

Members conduct research in the Incubator Lab on campus and run large-batch biodiesel production using a 50-gallon reactor at the Richmond Field Station.

What is the club's broader goal?

BTC aims to create a sustainable waste-to-energy loop that reduces carbon emissions and UC Berkeley's dependence on fossil fuels.

Do I need a specific major to join?

The club describes itself as interdisciplinary and emphasizes a collaborative community, not a particular academic background.

Biofuels Technology Club

Environmental/Sustainability·Research·Engineering

BTC collects waste cooking oil from UC Berkeley dining halls and converts it into biodiesel fuel for campus vehicles. Members work hands-on in the Incubator Lab and operate a 50-gallon reactor at the Richmond Field Station. The club emphasizes student-driven research and experimentation, building a closed-loop, zero-waste energy system while fostering a collaborative community around green energy and sustainability.