Faces & Places: December 2025

December 26, 2025 By LP Gas

Check out what industry members have been up to this month.

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Chart 1: U.S. propane/propylene production

Dip in US propane production not a concern

December 23, 2025 By Mark Rachal

Mark Rachal, director of research and publications at Cost Management Solutions, explains why he is not concerned about the dip in U.S. propane production.

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The Energy Choice Act would protect consumer access to propane and other conventionally fueled appliances. (Photo: MarianVejcik/iStock / Getty Images Plus/Getty Images)

State of the Industry: Preserving energy choice

December 22, 2025 By Brian Richesson

Industry efforts to protect the use of propane and other gas-burning appliances have spread across the country. The New York case represents propane’s fight to protect its future.

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2026 could prove to be a year of growth. Quality Steel’s Ohio facility is shown here. (Photo: Shirnae Richardson)

State of the Economy: Forecast for 2026

December 15, 2025 By Phillip M. Perry

A modest uptick in economic growth, beneficial legislation and lower interest rates should help companies boost profitability in 2026.

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Chart 1: Daily prices natural gas – 2022-2025

US natural gas prices at 3-year high

December 9, 2025 By Mark Rachal

Mark Rachal explores the relationship between the current high natural gas prices and propane prices.

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Propane innovators highlight next-generation tanks and solutions

December 8, 2025 By LP Gas

The companies investing in this showcase share the latest in propane tanks and tank-related offerings, and explain how they can improve your operations