What La Nina means for your winter weather forecast

October 26, 2020 By Brian Richesson

The development of La Nina this year will wield its influence on winter weather conditions, say forecasters at…

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Tertiary storage capacity fills needs during peak demand periods

October 19, 2020 By James Guyette

Propane retailers can set aside extra propane by filling customers’ on-site tanks with more gallons than they typically draw during a particular time period.

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EIA: COVID-19 response to boost propane consumption this winter

October 16, 2020 By Brian Richesson

The U.S. Energy Information Administration (EIA) is anticipating more space heating demand this winter as more people work or attend school from home.

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Mark Rachal offers insight on propane supply for winter 2020-21

October 1, 2020 By Sarah Peecher

In an interview with LP Gas, Mark Rachal of Cost Management Solutions advises that retailers stay ahead of the game on propane cost and supply when considering the upcoming winter.

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Retailers advised on factors that could impact supply this winter

September 28, 2020 By James Guyette

In what has been an especially unpredictable year, propane retailers are now looking ahead to winter to prepare for heating season in a variety of ways.

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Tankers ride the rails to supply retailers’ winter propane needs

September 25, 2020 By James Guyette

Maintaining an adequate supply of railroad-routed propane, and the necessary amount of tanker cars to haul it, is critical to fulfill U.S. propane needs.

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How retailers should prepare for the upcoming heating season

September 10, 2020 By Tamera Kovacs

Retailers need to make different preparations for the heating season this year in addition to normal ones like preventative maintenance on rolling stock.

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