Posts by Tom Jaenicke
Farmers were some of the first propane customers more than 100 years ago when cooking with propane started taking over the kitchen in rural farm homes. Today, about 40 percent... Read more»
Sweeping efficiency changes that affect the entire water heater industry took effect April 16. The 2015 Department of Energy (DOE) final rule requires higher energy factor ratings on virtually all residential... Read more»
The Southeastern Convention & International Propane Expo on April 11-13 will be held at the Georgia World Congress Center in Atlanta. This international event, simply called Propane Expo, is the... Read more»
The propane industry has had decades of experience in dealing with the “Not in my backyard” battle cry from energy activists and other under-informed opponents. Propane industry members have faced... Read more»
The phrase “You reap what you sow” has roots in early Christianity and can also be applied in nonreligious situations, such as valuing your propane business. I recently advised partners... Read more»
Weigh your options to shield customers from runaway propane prices A confluence of events last winter put pressure on propane supply points and wholesale propane prices. Some propane retailers who... Read more»
I recently did an impact study for a client who wanted to know what would happen to the propane industry in the state if a subsidized natural gas expansion plan... Read more»
Fielding the best players will make your propane team a winner In this age of smartphones, online shopping carts and big box stores, a propane retailer needs to field a... Read more»
The largest propane trade show and its rich curriculum await attendees in Atlanta. The Southeastern Convention & International Propane Expo will be held April 12-14 in Atlanta. This event has... Read more»
New Year’s resolutions date back to pre-Christian times with the Babylonians and Romans and have had religious and moral overtones. It is estimated that more than 40 percent of Americans... Read more»
