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Energy plan promises lots of goodies Posted on 01 Sep 2001 in the Current Issue categories.

The plan for a new national energy policy that passed the House before the August congressional recess provides a series of tax breaks, increased assistance for low-income households, mandates on government and grant programs. It combines the works of four House committees with various jurisdictions over energy policy. Read more»

Propane marketers doing more for propane safety Posted on 01 Aug 2001 in the Current Issue categories.

I take great pride in being a propane marketer. It’s not just a job for me, and, I suspect, not for other propane marketers either. That is why I want to tell you about one of the great new things we’ve done as an industry: the Propane Emergencies program. Read more»

Old dog, new tricks Posted on 01 Aug 2001 in the Current Issue categories.

Since getting active in the propane industry 31 years ago, Richard Ely, founder of Ely Energy Inc. of Tulsa, Okla., has worked to learn as much as he can about the national and international propane retail business. Read more»

House, Senate battle over funding issues Posted on 01 Aug 2001 in the Current Issue categories.

President Bush has nominated Ellen Engleman as administrator of the Research and Special Programs Administration. Engleman, awaiting Senate confirmation, is chief executive officer of Elecricore, a public-private energy solutions partnership based in Indianapolis. Read more»

Ready for the future? Posted on 01 Jul 2001 in the Current Issue categories.

One year into the new century, the propane industry is coming to grips with challenges that can launch growth opportunities or deal mortal blows to propane marketers unprepared for change. Read more»

Clarifying the regulation confusion Posted on 01 Jul 2001 in the Current Issue categories.

Who regulates the loading, storage and unloading of fuel sent in transit? The Environmental Protection Agency, Department of Transportation, Occupational Safety & Health Administration or some state or local office? Truth is, it’s not completely clear and government officials are as likely as anyone, to feel confused. Read more»

How to slow insurance rate increases Posted on 01 Jul 2001 in the Current Issue categories.

Have you received a call from your insurance agent notifying you of premium increases this year? You will! Prepare to allocate some of your winter profits towards your 2001 renewal. Read more»

How to slow insurance rate increases Posted on 01 May 2001 in the Current Issue categories.

Have you received a call from your insurance agent notifying you of premium increases this year? You will! Prepare to allocate some of your winter profits towards your 2001 renewal. Read more»

Budget allows weatherization increase Posted on 01 May 2001 in the News categories.

President Bush’s call for increasing weatherization funding got a boost in Congress as both houses approved fiscal year 2002 budget plans with his request for $1.4 billion for the Low Income Home Energy Assistance Program next year. Read more»

Cookin’ up sales Posted on 01 May 2001 in the Current Issue categories.

Much to the delight of barbecue grill manufacturers and the retailers who sell them, sales have reached record heights the last two years, exceeding expectations of everyone in the business. Read more»