Protecting the winter supply and distribution system

The National Propane Gas Association says it undertook several steps prior to and during the winter heating season to help relieve stress on propane distribution systems amid extreme and extended cold temperatures in much of the country. Here’s what it has done:

• Met with Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration officials prior to the winter heating season to urge prospective hours-of-service waivers;
• Urged aggressive action with the Surface Transportation Board to ensure peak winter demands are met. Also engaged CSX and CN rail officials;
• Briefed the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission on propane days of supply and pipeline infrastructure;
• Convinced the U.S. Energy Information Administration to incorporate propane exports into its data publications to better reflect current marketplace dynamics;
• Hosted or participated in multiple teleconferences with regional energy groups and policymakers to share relevant information.