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

What today’s residential builders need to know about propane

August 19, 2026 By Tom Jaenicke

Many residential builders still operate under outdated assumptions about propane.

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Rising electricity costs and grid resilience concerns should boost propane’s standing. (Photo: imaginima/iStock / Getty Images Plus/Getty Images)

Electrification and the future of energy security

August 18, 2026 By Austin Wicker

State energy security plans at odds with expanding external policies.

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Warm Thoughts Communications enters partnership with AAVIN Private Equity

August 17, 2026 By Mason Kopy

The deal marks a leadership transition at Warm Thoughts with founder Rich Goldberg retiring after 35 years leading the company.

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Faces & Places: August 2026

August 17, 2026 By LP Gas

This month’s gallery features photos from the Great Lakes Propane Convention, Propane Days and more.

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Silent Beacon introduces personal alarm device

August 14, 2026 By LP Gas

The Silent Beacon 2.0 is a versatile panic button device offering personal and workplace safety solutions across multiple industries.

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Photo of Christopher Hill of Pico Propane and Fuels and Gary Winemaster of Nexio Power Inc. walking beside a Nexio propane-fueled bobtail branded for Pico. (Photo courtesy of Nexio Power Inc.)

Nexio Power unveils Pico Propane and Fuels demonstration truck

August 13, 2026 By Brian Richesson

Pico is one of the first fleet operators to run a Nexio propane truck in commercial demonstration service.

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Frazier & Deeter acquires Gray, Gray & Gray

August 13, 2026 By Sydney Fischer

The transaction establishes Frazier & Deeter’s presence in New England and reinforces the firm’s commitment to investing in premier regional markets.

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Aaron Huizenga on why great leaders don’t jump to conclusions

August 13, 2026 By Aaron Huizenga

Effective leadership demands asking the right questions before rushing to solutions.

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How the LP Gas Growth Summit helped launch a lasting partnership

August 12, 2026 By Chris Lewis

Event format leads to partnership between propane retailer, marketing agency.

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Grid reliability creates a new opportunity for propane

August 11, 2026 By Tom Clark

Power outages are growing longer and more frequent. This creates a significant opportunity for propane retailers.

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