The importance of having written driving policies in place and regularly communicating them to all drivers in propane businesses is being emphasized by Federated Insurance. According to Federated Insurance, some propane company owners have been seen to have driving policies but fail to communicate them effectively to their staff. Senior District Marketing Manager at Federated… Continue reading National Propane Insurance Company Highlights the Importance of Written Policies for Propane Marketers

World Caring Day was recently observed with several cleanup projects across the country by Suburban Propane Partners, L.P., a top national distributor of propane, renewable propane, renewable natural gas, fuel oil, and related products and services. The company’s dedication to environmental stewardship and community involvement was demonstrated by these initiatives to clean up open spaces,… Continue reading Suburban Propane Celebrates World Caring Day with Nationwide Clean-Up Initiatives

A propane tank explosion at a former industrial building owned by the Omaha Public Schools (OPS) on Monday resulted in severe injuries to a forklift operator, which is a worrying incident. After the explosion happened at the former U.S. Mills Inc. complex at 4301 N. 30th St. just before noon, the burned OPS employee was… Continue reading Forklift Operator Injured in Propane Tank Explosion at Former OPS Building

The Wheaton Fire Department organized a specialized emergency response training session with a live propane fire emphasis in cooperation with the Wisconsin Propane Education & Research Council. Approximately 30 firefighters from the Wheaton Fire Department and surrounding areas participated in the training on Monday. The extensive training course included both in-class instruction and practical training.… Continue reading Wheaton Fire Department Conducts Propane Fire Training for First Responders

Regulations governing entry-level driver training went into effect last year on February 7, 2022, according to the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) of the U.S. Department of Transportation. Candidates for a Class A or Class B commercial driver’s license (CDL) or a hazardous materials endorsement (HME) must adhere to these rules. The Administrative Compliance… Continue reading Propane Industry Adapts to FMCSA Regulations with ACE Services for Driver Training

On Monday, June 5, the Orangeburg (South Carolina) Department of Public Safety Fire Department sprang into action when they got word of a propane leak on Cannon Bridge Road. A 30,000-gallon propane tank was spewing gas into the air, causing quite a commotion. Their attempts to stop the leak were in vain, so the Orangeburg… Continue reading Orangeburg, South Carolina Emergency Crews Address Propane Leak on Cannon Bridge Road

The Washington State Building Code Council just hit the pause button on their statewide mandate for electric heat pumps in new buildings. Why is this? It turns out that a coalition, including our very own National Propane Gas Association (NPGA), filed a lawsuit that put a temporary hold on this electrifying plan. That is great… Continue reading The Washington State Building Code Council Pumps the Brakes on Electrification Mandate, Giving Propane Companies a Breath of Fresh Air

Many professionals in the propane industry have characterized the recently ended 2022–2023 winter heating season in the United States as mild. The U.S. Energy Information Administration (EIA) has provided data supporting this assertion. The EIA estimates that U.S. propane consumption during the winter season averaged 0.986 million barrels per day (bpd), the lowest winter heating… Continue reading Mild Winter Leads to Lowest U.S. Propane Consumption on Record

A strike by hundreds of unionized Hawaii Gas workers has sparked worries about possible service interruptions for the state’s hotel and restaurant sectors and other major gas consumers. Hawaii Gas, which serves residential and commercial properties, is the only gas utility in the state with a franchise, with more than 70,000 customers. The Hawaii Teamsters… Continue reading Potential Gas Service Disruptions and How It Affects Local Propane Industry

A propane leak at a propane station on Shelton Road recently caused evacuations and other precautions in Crawford County, Indiana. Andrew Bye, emergency management director, oversaw the response and ensured locals were safe. The Crawford County Sheriff’s Office verified that the leak did not cause explosions or injuries. However, some people were told to leave… Continue reading Propane Leak Incident in Crawford County Prompts Evacuations

A proactive strategy is being used by Paraco, a top propane supplier in Waterbury, to address the problem of propane tank waste. The grilling season officially began over the Memorial Day weekend, and Paraco has seen a spike in demand for propane tanks. However, the firm’s dedication to sustainability extends beyond merely offering tanks. For… Continue reading Paraco’s Propane Tank Refurbishing Efforts Reduce Waste and Carbon Footprint

During a meeting in Nashville, Tennessee, the Propane Education & Research Council (PERC) recently chose Chris DeFilippo of Superior Plus as its new chairman. The council also decided on its final slate of officers, which included Stuart Weidie of Blossman Gas as the immediate past chairman, Joe McGinn of Energy Transfer as the vice chairman… Continue reading New Officers and Funding Approved at PERC Meeting

The Kronenwetter Fire Department recently organized a training session for neighboring departments to improve propane fire handling as part of a proactive strategy. The training, led by Fire LLC, was designed to teach firefighters how to contain propane fires safely, put them out quickly, and avoid gas leaks from cylinders. Lead instructor Luke Van Noie… Continue reading Propane Fire Safety Training Equips Firefighters for Rare But Critical Situations

The National Propane Gas Association (NPGA) is closely monitoring the DRIVE Safe Integrity Act, a recently introduced bill to address the national truck driver shortage. U.S. Reps introduced the bill. Rick Crawford (R-Ark.) and Henry Cuellar (D-Texas). It aims to eliminate the legal restrictions that keep drivers between 18 and 20 from working as interstate… Continue reading DRIVE Safe Integrity Act Aims to Address Truck Driver Shortage

The 2023 Clean School Bus Program, which will distribute about $400 million in grants, has been announced by the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA). The program accepts applications from state and local governments nationwide that provide bus services to replace current school buses with clean, zero-emission substitutes. The funding will go toward integrating electric, propane,… Continue reading EPA Announces $400 Million Grants for Clean School Bus Program

A tragic incident occurred in Southeast Kansas when a steer on the highway caused a propane tanker to collide with a family from Edna, killing everyone in the family. The tragic accident occurred on Friday, May 26, at about mile marker 114.8 on U.S. Highway 166, about 6 miles east of Highway 169. After receiving… Continue reading Family Tragically Killed in Propane Tanker Collision

Rep. Dan Bishop recently made a solid statement for those who want to outlaw gas stoves in American homes. Bishop expressed skepticism in front of Congress that removing gas stoves would magically cure asthma and respiratory problems. Bishop stated, “What have we heard of late by those who want to ban gas stoves? They say… Continue reading Rep. Dan Bishop Condemns Proposal to Ban Gas Stoves, Calls Critics “Insane”

At the Tallahatchie rail terminal in New Albany, Mississippi, Kiros Energy Marketing, a Calgary-based organization that specializes in the marketing of natural gas liquids and crude oil, has announced a significant agreement. As part of the multi-year agreement, which will take effect in September, Kiros will have sole control over the facility’s wholesale propane marketing,… Continue reading Kiros Energy Marketing Secures Exclusive Propane Deal in Mississippi

Local authorities report that a valuable employee died from a devastating propane explosion at a White Lake business. The blast happened last Monday, shocking the neighborhood and sparking an investigation into what caused it. An officer on patrol at 2038 White Lake Dr. witnessed the incident, according to a news release from the White Lake… Continue reading Tragic Propane Explosion Claims Life of Employee at White Lake Business

Revolutionary findings from a study conducted by the Propane Education & Research Council (PERC) and Port Newark Container Terminal (PNCT) have ignited excitement in the world of transportation. The research reveals that propane-powered terminal tractors performance outshine their diesel counterparts in various emissions reduction areas, boasting an impressive 99% reduction in nitrogen oxide (NOx) composite… Continue reading Propane Power Takes the Lead: Terminal Tractors Show 99% Cleaner Performance Than Diesel

In an intriguing panel discussion held at the 2023 Southeastern Convention & International Renewable Propane Expo, industry experts gathered to tackle a pressing question: Can the propane industry successfully achieve a billion-gallon market for renewable fuels? The answer, it seems, lies in the interplay between government incentives and market growth. At present, two key incentives… Continue reading Breaking Down the Renewable Propane Market Landscape in May 2023

The city of Boston has revealed that the Boston Fire Department has regularly seized propane Hazards tanks and other fire dangers in the troublesome Mass and Cass area as part of an ongoing effort to address safety concerns. Numerous organizations continued to distribute these things despite repeated calls to cease, which raised the risks in… Continue reading Boston Fire Department Takes Action to Address Propane Hazards in Troubled Corridor

A major financial company, Blackstone, has acquired the Davco Storage & Propane facility just west of Miami Springs in a significant deal. The 6.4-acre site was used as a vehicle storage and propane sales facility. The property at 7320 N.W. 61st St. was sold thanks to the efforts of Stuart Davant’s Davant Development Corp. in… Continue reading Blackstone Acquires Davco Storage & Propane in Miami-Dade County

In a recent incident, a man sustained injuries when an explosion occurred while attempting to light a propane gas grill. The Madison Fire Department swiftly responded to the incident, which took place on Saturday at the 6400 block of Landfall Drive. Reports indicate that emergency crews were dispatched to the location following a fire report.… Continue reading Man Injured in Grill Explosion While Lighting Propane Gas Grill

In a move that will ignite excitement among propane business owners and experts, the Yankton School District is ramping up its commitment to the clean and cost-effective energy source by adding propane buses to its fleet. According to Jason Bietz, the District’s Business Manager and a driving force behind this initiative, they have been test-driving… Continue reading Revving Up Success: Yankton School District Fuels Growth with Propane-Powered Buses!

Roush CleanTech, a leading provider of advanced clean vehicle solutions, has recently obtained certification from the California Air Resources Board (CARB) for their 2023 model-year propane engines, meeting stringent emissions standards at an impressive rate of 0.02 grams per brake horsepower hour. In a significant development, Roush CleanTech has decided to make the ultra-low nitrogen… Continue reading Roush CleanTech Attains CARB Certification for 2023 Propane Engines with Ultra-Low NOx Emissions