With hydronic heating, tankless water heater installations will also serve as a backup space-heating source in homes. Photo courtesy of the Propane Education & Research Council

Beating the electric heat pump

August 17, 2017 By James Guyette

Get a rundown on how tankless water heater technology aims to raise propane’s presence and capture lost gallons in the hard-hit residential market.

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Proper grill assembly, above, is one way that consumers can follow safe practices when it comes to grilling. Photo courtesy of the Propane Education & Research Council

Summer grill cylinder safety

August 11, 2017 By Jay Johnston

Before customers fire up the grill, consider these safety tips for refilling and exchanging propane cylinders.

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The propane industry is working to protect and grow one of its traditionally strong demand areas. Photo courtesy of the Propane Education & Research Council

Facing challenges in the forklift market

August 4, 2017 By Megan Smalley

Even as forklift sales rise to record levels, propane faces market-share losses to electric.

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PERC approves funding requests, appoints councilors

August 2, 2017 By Clara Richter

PERC approved funding requests and appointed new councilors at its July meeting.

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Former PGANE executive added as PERC councilor

August 1, 2017 By Megan Smalley

The National Propane Gas Association appointed Joe Rose to serve as a councilor for the Propane Education & Research Council.

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New PERC president prepares to listen, lead

July 31, 2017 By Brian Richesson

The Propane Education & Research Council (PERC) promoted propane industry veteran Tucker Perkins to president and CEO.

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Propane-powered grain drying systems increase efficiencies

July 24, 2017 By LP Gas

The Propane Education & Research Council (PERC) partnered with three agricultural companies to develop new fuel-efficient grain drying technologies.

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Consumer campaign to push propane appliance sales in 2018

July 20, 2017 By Brian Richesson

The Propane Education & Research Council approved an assessment rate increase, paving the way for a new program designed to fuel residential and light commercial appliance sales.

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UPS increases commitment to alternative fuels

July 20, 2017 By Clara Richter

By 2020, UPS plans to have 25 percent of their ground fleet run on alternative fuels, including propane.

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Propane meets needs of organic growers

July 20, 2017 By Megan Smalley

A rise in organic growers serves as an opportunity for propane in the agricultural market.

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