Michelle Wicker, new CEO of the Iowa Propane Gas Association, visits Capitol Hill. (Photo courtesy of Michelle Wicker)

State propane associations welcome ‘new blood’

January 11, 2023 By Jennifer Webb

As the new year begins, several state propane gas associations are welcoming new leaders. Here’s more about their backgrounds, plans and goals.

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Propane retailers are paying close attention to the new technology available for their operations. (Photo courtesy of Cargas)

New frontiers: Propane leaders use technology to advance operations

January 9, 2023 By Ellen Kriz

For three propane leaders, technology is central to a vision of growth. Learn more about their planning and implementation processes.

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Set underground lines safely

January 2, 2023 By John McCoy

Propane marketers routinely set new systems at residential, commercial and industrial customer locations. Follow these steps to avoid striking a utility.

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Faces & Places: December 2022

December 30, 2022 By LP Gas

This month, find images of propane industry professionals completing company acquisitions, opening a new terminal and attending a golf benefit.

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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.

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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.

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Happy holidays from LP Gas

December 23, 2022 By LP Gas

From the entire staff of LP Gas, we’d like to wish you a peaceful and joyous 2022 holiday season. Thank you for your support, and we look forward to helping you make the coming year a prosperous one.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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