TEDx Talk Tryon Teaching took on a whole new meaning for this high school teacher turned biofuel ecopreneur when her students became her teachers. She learned how to transform waste into biofuel while at the same time identifying the enormous waste of knowledge, creativity and expertise that too often happens in our classrooms.


A high school teacher turned biofuel ecoentrepreuer, Tawana Weicker is the founder of Warhorse, a Columbus NC based company that forages for innovative, renewable plant oils to make effective, sustainable cleaners for people, pets and the planet. Her career turning point came when her students became her teachers, challenging her to live up to her potential and to push past her fears.

This talk was given at a TEDx event using the TED conference format but independently organized by a local community. Learn more at http://ted.com/tedx