Over the past decade, the U.S. went from being a net importer of propane to a net exporter, largely due to the shale boom. (Data source: U.S. Energy Information Administration)

In the Know: State of the propane industry

December 29, 2022 By Marty Lerum

To round out 2022, Propane Resources’ Managing Partner Marty Lerum reviews the past 25 years and its impact on the propane industry.

This article is tagged with electricity, In the Know, Propane Education & Research Council (PERC), propane fundamentals, propane resources, Propane Resources LLC and posted in Blue Flame Blog, Current Issue, From the Magazine

Feller heads a global group focused on sustainability and innovation. (Photo courtesy of Gordon Feller)

Propane Personality: Gordon Feller

December 27, 2022 By Brian Richesson

Gordon Feller founded a global leadership network and knowledge-sharing platform focused on urban sustainability, connected technology and innovation.

This article is tagged with Propane Personality and posted in Current Issue, Featured, From the Magazine

LPG Spotlight: San Isabel Services Propane

December 26, 2022 By Chris Lewis

San Isabel Services Propane, a Colorado retailer, implements a multi-faceted approach to retain employees.

This article is tagged with Colorado, employee retention, San Isabel Services Propane and posted in Current Issue, Featured, From the Magazine

Propane industry 2022: A sense of normalcy returns

December 22, 2022 By Brian Richesson

LP Gas Editor-in-Chief Brian Richesson says 2022 felt a little more like normal around the propane industry. Here, he looks back on the year in propane.

This article is tagged with Electrification, Ferrellgas, LP Gas Hall of Fame, Michelle Bimson-Maggi, National Propane Gas Association (NPGA), New York Propane Gas Association (NYPGA), Propane Education & Research Council (PERC), propane gallons, propane industry, propane markets, renewable propane, Southeastern Convention & International Propane Expo, state association and posted in Blue Flame Blog, Current Issue, From the Magazine

Propane truck photo courtesy of Roush CleanTech

How to capitalize on propane autogas opportunities in 2023

December 20, 2022 By Brian Richesson

Propane marketers will continue to have an opportunity in 2023 when it comes to autogas – and not just for school buses, according to Roush CleanTech.

This article is tagged with paratransit, propane autogas, propane fleets, propane marketers, propane school buses, propane trucks, renewable propane, Roush CleanTech and posted in Current Issue, Featured, From the Magazine

Photo of propane tank fill by Kristin Schmit/Heartland Co-op

2022 State of the Industry: Propane retailers face raging forces

December 19, 2022 By Brian Richesson

In the nearly three years since propane retailers first stared down a global pandemic, they now face a host of economic factors impacting their operations.

This article is tagged with economy, Electrification, employees, Environmental messaging, Europe, Proctor Gas, propane gallons, propane retailers, renewable propane, State of the Industry, steel prices, supply and pricing, Top Propane Retailers and posted in Current Issue, Featured, From the Magazine

WLPGA panel: Marine segments primed for LPG engine fuel

December 19, 2022 By Brian Richesson

The World LPG Association webinar showcased segments within the boating and shipping industry primed for LPG engine fuel.

This article is tagged with propane engines, propane markets, World LPG Association (WLPGA) and posted in Current Issue, From the Magazine, News

Tankless water heater photo courtesy of Rinnai

Know the tankless water heater misconceptions

December 19, 2022 By Brian Richesson

Rinnai, a Georgia-based water heater manufacturer, is providing education on the common misconceptions surrounding tankless water heaters.

This article is tagged with Rinnai, tankless water heaters and posted in Blue Flame Blog, Current Issue, From the Magazine

Higher costs for wages and energy are among the pressures that could lead to an economic downturn in 2023. (Photo by LP Gas staff)

Economists predict slowdown in 2023

December 16, 2022 By Phillip M. Perry

After two years of frenetic commercial activity fueled by a post-pandemic recovery, strengthening headwinds will tap the brakes on a robust economy.

This article is tagged with economy, employment, Europe, State of the Economy, workforce and posted in Current Issue, Featured, From the Magazine

Propane industry leaders organize aid for Ukraine

December 15, 2022 By Brian Richesson

Robin Parsons of Parafour Innovations and Tom Ortiz of NPGA are working to arrange donations of propane cylinders and generators to ship for Ukrainian civilian aid.

This article is tagged with power generation, propane cylinders, propane heaters, Ukraine and posted in Current Issue, From the Magazine, News

Current Issue

December 29, 2022 By Marty Lerum

December 27, 2022 By Brian Richesson

December 26, 2022 By Chris Lewis

December 22, 2022 By Brian Richesson

December 20, 2022 By Brian Richesson

December 19, 2022 By Brian Richesson

December 19, 2022 By Brian Richesson

December 19, 2022 By Brian Richesson

December 16, 2022 By Phillip M. Perry

December 15, 2022 By Brian Richesson

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