About Brian Richesson
Brian Richesson is the editor in chief of LP Gas Magazine. Contact him at brichesson@northcoastmedia.net or 216-706-3748.
Posts by Brian Richesson
The Government of Alberta's Petrochemicals Diversification Program has approved $500 million in royalty credits for two dehydrogenation (PDH) projects, which will process propane extracted from natural gas resources into plastics products, in Alberta, Canada. Read more»
Just as the energy environment has changed, so has the publishing business and LP Gas magazine. Read more»
Blossman Services of Swannanoa, North Carolina, is among the companies that will receive funding from the U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) for research, development and demonstration of direct injection propane engine technology. Read more»
The U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) announced $15 million to support community-based projects that will accelerate the adoption of advanced and alternative fuel vehicles, including those powered by propane autogas, and demonstrate energy-efficient mobility systems. These systems include connected and autonomous vehicles, as well as new transportation system models. Read more»
The Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration announced a final rule establishing minimum training standards for entry-level commercial truck operators. Read more»
Here’s what the propane industry can take away from 2016. Read more»
The Propane Education & Research Council (PERC) approved a $40.7 million budget for 2017 at its November meeting in Naples, Florida. It includes the second year of a national consumer education campaign, as well as its Partnership with States program. Read more»
The 2013-14 winter has forced the propane industry to take its preparedness level up a notch. Read more»
The National Propane Gas Association (NPGA) board and committee meetings offer perspective on what the industry’s facing statewide and across the country. Read more»
Kristen King has joined RegO as vice president of marketing. She is responsible for strategic planning, product management, customer marketing and communications globally at the North Carolina-based manufacturer of propane valves, regulators and fittings. Read more»








