Water heater changes present opportunities

New federal standards designed to boost the energy efficiency of water heaters are now in place.

The U.S. Department of Energy updates will have far-reaching impacts for companies with ties to this popular household appliance.

In an article titled, “What new energy efficiency regulations mean for propane marketers,” LP Gas Editor in Chief Brian Richesson takes a look at the new energy efficiency mandates, which went into effect April 16 as a result of updates to the National Appliance Energy Conservation Act.

In the video above, he explains why propane companies should educate themselves on the heightened Energy Factor ratings for residential gas, electric and oil water heaters and learn about the best value propositions for propane.