Promoting propane’s place in a clean-energy future

March 4, 2021 By Tom Jaenicke

In the time of climate activism, there are several steps propane retailers can take to promote propane as a clean-energy solution.

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A successful brand strategy can help increase revenue

December 31, 2020 By Tom Jaenicke

Branding in the propane business is often overlooked, but research shows that the consistent presentation of a brand can increase revenue by 23 percent.

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Marketers should share propane’s advantages and address myths surrounding LPG with local realtors. Photo: Feverpitched/iStock / Getty Images Plus/Getty Images

Help realtors sell propane-powered homes, businesses

August 25, 2020 By Tom Jaenicke

While some priorities have shifted over the years, here are the longstanding advantages of propane that realtors need to hear more about.

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Industry leaders found M&A consultation group

August 20, 2020 By Sarah Peecher

Blue Peak Resources started business on Aug. 1 to help owners navigate the process of selling their business more effectively.

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propane tank residential home. Photo: iStock.com/DonNichols

Propane provides energy dependability and security

April 27, 2020 By Tom Jaenicke

Tom Jaenicke, VP of propane marketing services at Warm Thoughts Communications, explains why propane is the best choice for on-site energy.

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LPG, electricity partner well

February 27, 2020 By Tom Jaenicke

Propane retailers should play offense and point out the weaknesses of an electric-only world versus a propane partnership with electricity.

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About 33 percent of all energy-related carbon dioxide emissions in the United States is from the production of electric power, according to the Energy Information Administration. Photo: xuanhuongho/iStock / Getty Images Plus/Getty Images

When emotions drive energy policy

January 3, 2020 By Tom Jaenicke

Tom Jaenicke examines the decarbonization push across the country and where the movement will leave the propane industry.

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Propane marketers should learn to embrace and prepare for the young homebuyer generation. Photo: iStock.com/Paul Bradbury

Young homebuyers are gravitating toward propane country

November 18, 2019 By Tom Jaenicke

Propane marketers need to embrace technology to transact with younger generations as they increasingly purchase new homes in propane country.

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A circular economy uses resources efficiently and minimizes waste. Photo: iStock.com/BsWei

Public interest in sustainability invites opportunities for LPG retailers

September 24, 2019 By Tom Jaenicke

Tom Jaenicke, vice president of propane marketing services for Warm Thoughts Communications, argues in favor of running propane operations sustainably.

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Of the 11 wooden-structured hotels in the United States with over 200 rooms, the Grand Hotel is the only one under private ownership. Photo: iStock.com/ehrlif

Building a long-lasting propane business

September 4, 2019 By Tom Jaenicke

Tom Jaenicke relates a few lessons the propane industry can learn about longevity from Mackinac Island’s historic Grand Hotel.

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