Celebrate the third annual National Propane Day on Oct. 7

It’s time to celebrate National Propane Day on Oct. 7. (Image courtesy of PERC)
The Propane Education & Research Council (PERC) is celebrating the third annual National Propane Day on Oct. 7 – an opportunity to celebrate propane’s essential role in powering the everyday lives of Americans nationwide.
This year’s National Propane Day theme, “Entertain with propane,” spotlights propane’s versatile applications. The celebration also honors the hardworking men and women in the propane industry who ensure homes are powered safely and efficiently with clean, affordable energy.
“Propane is more than just an energy source; it’s a critical component in keeping businesses, homes and essential services running smoothly, safely and efficiently,” says Tucker Perkins, president and CEO of PERC. “Whether it’s keeping homes warm, helping farmers during harvest, powering school buses or providing backup power during emergencies, we are proud to celebrate the many ways propane is a dependable energy solution that our country can rely on.”
As energy resiliency and sustainability remain top priorities, PERC encourages industries and consumers to explore propane’s benefits – particularly as it complements other renewable energy sources like wind and solar. In addition, production of renewable propane from sustainable materials like vegetable oils, animal fats and used cooking oil offers the same reliability as conventional propane, but with an ultra-low carbon footprint, according to PERC.
From homeowners who rely on propane for heating and cooking, to business owners who use propane-powered equipment to maximize productivity, propane has a proven track record across multiple industries. Propane-powered vehicles – including school buses and commercial fleets – reduce harmful emissions compared to other fuel sources, PERC says, and propane is the go-to energy source for off-grid applications like construction sites, rural communities and agricultural operations.
“Propane generates approximately 52 percent fewer greenhouse gas emissions compared to equivalent electricity from the U.S. grid and provides a versatile option for diversifying the nation’s energy mix,” says Perkins. “By incorporating propane, Americans can reduce the strain on the electric grid while maintaining a cleaner and more resilient energy infrastructure.”
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