Michigan moves to close Line 5; Enbridge responds

December 14, 2020 By Brian Richesson

Enbridge filed a federal complaint seeking an injunction to stop the state of Michigan from taking steps to prevent the operation of Line 5.

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Propane retailers adjust to change in 2020

December 8, 2020 By Brian Richesson

The state of the U.S. propane industry in 2020 can be measured in part by the strength of COVID-19’s grip on the nation and the world.

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Integrating propane into the renewable energy marketplace

November 19, 2020 By Tom Jaenicke

Renewable propane gas is becoming increasingly available in several parts of the country, and efforts are underway to bring it much deeper into the renewable energy marketplace.

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Help the propane industry run a clean campaign

November 12, 2020 By Brian Richesson

Election Day has come and gone in the U.S., but for the propane industry and its own platform focused on the future, the work has only just begun.

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Propane industry explores shifts in supply, distribution patterns

November 6, 2020 By Brian Richesson

Changes in supply and distribution dynamics are forcing propane industry leaders to ponder the potential impacts on marketers’ ability to serve customers reliably this winter.

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Longtime occupational safety attorney: OSHA requirements matter

November 3, 2020 By Ellen Kriz

Ronald Taylor, a partner at Venable law firm, explains why Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) regulations should stay top of mind.

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DOT approves NPGA petition on cylinder requalification

October 30, 2020 By Brian Richesson

Returning the propane cylinder requalification period to 12 years results in regulatory savings of more than $100 million a year for the industry, NPGA says.

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