The Wheels on the Veggie Bus

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Vegetable Oil Powered Bus Slides into the REI January Clearance Sale! 1/14/2006 10:00 AM As the nation's gas prices continue to rise, the non-profit National Outdoor Leadership School (NOLS) has found a better way to get around. The school has a 36-foot bus fueled by French fries and other ingredients traveling the country, providing an active, environmentally conscious way to learn about the outdoors. The bus runs on recycled vegetable oil (RVO), a cleaner, renewable alternative to petroleum. So far, the bus has traveled more than 30,000 miles on RVO during its 2nd year journey crossing the country. This approach has saved 3,000 gallons of petroleum, and eliminated sulfur dioxide (SO2) emissions while significantly reducing the release of other particulates. The specially adapted vehicle is also equipped with a bouldering wall on the side of the bus, and solar panels atop the roof that power its audio-visual equipment, lights and computers. The bus will be located in the REI parking lot on Saturday, January 14th. Stop by REI and visit the NOLS bus to find out more about the grease system, to participate in one of the many activities, and to take part in a raffle at 2 pm. Score NOLS gear and other goodies! You can visit the website to learn more about the bus program at: Bus Program Location: REI parking lot Cost: Free Registration Required? No.