P2269@com.qz.se ("ENG-LEONG FOO ", MIRCEN-STOCKHOLM) (12/18/89)
8th International Training COurse on Biogas Technology. April 16 - May 28. P R China. The course has been jointly organized by BRTC (Biogas Research & Training Center for Asia & Pacific Region, Chengdu), UNDP and FAO. The objective of the course is to provide a more complete understanding of the Chinese biogas technology and its use; and to provide training and information on : - the new developments of rural family size biogas digesters and a comprehensive utilization of biogas technology in rural areas - technologies of large and medium-sized biogas projects with waste waters of distilleries and sugar refineries, livestock manure and domestic sewage, etc. as fermentive materials - the technology of urban human excreta biogas septic tanks, taking the control of urban pollution as the main objective. Practical training will enable trainees to understand the applicable scopes, basic principles, socio-economic benefits and investing cost of the various main biogas technologies, to know the complete process from selection of technologies, design, installation and operation to maintenance and to master the techniques of design and construction of family size biogas digesters. The training course will also include study tours to various biogas digesters. Course fee: USD 3192 More information available from: Mr Zhang Mi Training Department Biogas Research and Training Center for Asia & the Pacific. 13 Block 4, People's South Street Chengdu, Sichuan CHina Cable: 3049 Telephone: 551571-18