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HOW WA-NEE COMMUNITY SCHOOLS CUT FUEL COSTS WITH PROPANE-POWERED BUSES

July 13, 2026
How Wa-Nee Community Schools cut fuel costs with propane-powered buses As diesel prices continue to strain school transportation budgets, Wa-Nee Community School Corporation reduced fuel costs with propane autogas school buses. The Indiana district paid an average …

TERRAVEST INDUSTRIES ANNOUNCES SALES TEAM EXPANSION AND RETIREMENT OF INDUSTRY VETERAN DAVID ARCHER

July 13, 2026
Clio, MI — TerraVest Industries announces updates to its sales team, with the addition of Michael Maravelias and David Edmondson, and the upcoming retirement of David Archer. David Archer will retire on July 31 after …

PROPANE EXPORTS SURGE IN SECOND QUARTER

July 13, 2026
From the National Propane Gas Association Bobtail The United States is now exporting, on average, more than 2 million barrels (84 million gallons) of propane each day to global markets – the highest amount since the …

NEW HAMPSHIRE ENACTS PROPANE REGULATORY LAW

July 13, 2026
From the National Propane Gas Association Bobtail Last week, Governor Kelly Ayotte signed House Bill 1262 into law. The bill makes numerous changes to the regulatory structure governing residential propane contracts and sales. Specifically, it requires …

FRIEDMAN SHARES AMERICAN STORY OF PROPANE

July 6, 2026
Recently, Alan Friedman, President of Superior Energy, shared an article called The American Story of Propane: Innovation, Independence & Freedom. It can be found here.

NEW RESEARCH FINDS GRID INSTABILITY IS INCREASING WHILE MOST REMAIN UNPREPARED FOR OUTAGES

July 6, 2026
The Propane Education & Research Council (PERC) released new research quantifying the impacts caused by the aging, unreliable grid and increasing frequency of outages on U.S. families and businesses. The research captured in the white …

TERRAVEST PROMOTES TYLER RISHEL TO VICE PRESIDENT OF BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT AND ENGINEERING

July 6, 2026
Clio, MI – TerraVest Industries is pleased to announce the promotion of Tyler Risel to Vice President of Business Development and Engineering for its Compressed Gas Equipment Division. In this role, Rishel will oversee corporate …

NEW YORK GAS BAN UPHELD

July 6, 2026
Last week, Steve Kaminski, President & CEO of the National Propane Gas Association shared a post on LinkedIn regarding a ruling against NPGA's coalition in its challenge to New York's ban on gas appliaince installations …

WESTLARK ADVISORS SHARES JULY 2026 INTERNATIONAL MARKET HIGHLIGHT

July 6, 2026
Recently, JD Buss, President of Westlark Advisors, shared on LinkedIn his company's International Market Highlight for July 2026. His message is here: Our first International Market Highlight for July 2026 is available now! Our Team monitors …

COOKING WITH GAS – PROPANE GAS

June 29, 2026
From the National Propane Gas Association Bobtail According to recently released data from the 2024 Residential Energy Consumption Survey, 4.8 million households across the country rely on propane for their cooking range fuel. And 1.1 million …

FERC TAKES ACTION ON DATA CENTER

June 29, 2026
From the National Propane Gas Association Bobtail On June 18, 2026, the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission issued show cause orders under Section 206 of the Federal Power Act to each six regional grid operators (RTOs/ISOs) under …

CAMPBELL OIL ACQUIRES THE NEW YORK ASSETS OF SAIL ENERGY

June 29, 2026
HOUSTON, Texas – Cetane Associates (“Cetane”) is pleased to announce that Campbell Oil Company (“Campbell Oil”), based in Elizabethtown, N.C., has acquired the New York assets of Sail Energy, LLC (“Sail Energy”), based in Portsmouth, …

BEYOND THE STRAITS: HOW TECH INFRASTRUCTURE AND DEPLETED RESERVES ARE RESHAPING THE ENERGY LANDSCAPE

June 29, 2026
By Tucker Perkins President and CEO of the Propane Education & Research Council. Host of the Path to Zero podcast. Originally posted with Schwab Network Interview (see Link in first paragraph) on LinkedIn June 23, 2026. I joined …

NPGA APPLIES FOR NEARLY $1 MILLION IN PHMSA HAZMAT GRANTS

June 29, 2026
From the National Propane Gas Association Bobtail The National Propane Gas Association has submitted three grant applications to the U.S. Department of Transportation’s Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration (PHMSA) seeking a combined total of $975,000 …

SUBURBAN PROPANE POWERS EV CHARGING DEMONSTRATION AT NASCAR EVENT

June 23, 2026
Sunburban Propane participated in a first-of-its-kind clean energy activation during NASCAR race weekend June 19-21 in San Diego. The company showcased propane and renewable propane for their capacity to power electric vehicle charging at the …

ROUSH CLEANTECH SHARES 2026 MIDYEAR SUCCESS STORIES

June 23, 2026
Recently ROUSH CleanTech shared some press releases since the beginning of the year regarding the successful introduction of propane school buses throughout the country. The news items can be found here.

INFLATION CONTINUES ITS UPWARD CLIMB IN MAY

June 23, 2026
From the National Propane Gas Association Bobtail The Consumer Price Index for Urban Consumers (CPI-U) increased 0.5% on a seasonally adjusted basis in May, following a 0.6% increase in April. Between May 2025 and May 2026, …

38 BEST THINGS OUR DADS EVER TAUGHT US

June 23, 2026
With Father's Day a few days ago, Author Sean Hand shared 38 best things our Dads ever taught us. The wisdom is here.

FROM PERC: CONSUMER SAFETY MATERIALS

June 23, 2026
Whether your customers are new or have been loyal to you for years, providing them consistent reminders on what to do if they suspect a leak, why they should install propane gas detectors, what to …

NPGA RECAPS PROPANE DAYS AND ANNUAL MEETING

June 17, 2026
The National Propane Gas Association recently shared an extensive report on its Annual Meeting and Propane Days held June 7-9. The report can be found here and additional pictures shared with Trending in Propane are …

FINDING COMMON GROUND IN AN ERA OF ENERGY POLICY WHIPLASH

June 16, 2026
By Tucker Perkins, President & CEO, Propane Education & Research Council One of the most thought-provoking moments from my recent Path to Zero conversation with Bill Shireman centered on something we don't often discuss enough in …

NPGA RELEASES NEW POLICY WHITE PAPER

June 16, 2026
From the National Propane Gas Association Bobtail The NPGA State Affairs team has released a new white paper, The Reliability Challenge: Electrification and the Future of Energy Security, evaluating the growing disconnect between state electrification policies …

NPGAid EXPANDS COVERAGE

June 16, 2026
From the National Propane Gas Association Bobtail NPGAid is an emergency assistance fund for full-time NPGA member company employees who are in need of financial assistance under certain circumstances, and we are thrilled to be expanding! …

NPGA CONGRATULATES NEW 2026-27 OFFICERS

June 16, 2026
The National Propane Gas Association has shared a picture of its' 2026-27 officers who were sworn in a meeting prior to Propane Days in Washington D.C. The NPGA message with the picture: Congratulations to the 2026-2027 …

LAST CALL! DEADLINE TOMORROW TO PARTICIPATE IN GRAY, GRAY & GRAY PROPANE SURVEY!

June 9, 2026
Wednesday, June 10 is the last day to complete the Annual Gray, Gray & Gray Propane Survey. To participate, click here.

U.S. DOE SCRAPS $8.8 BILLION OF ELECTRIC HEAT PUMP CONVERSION REBATES

June 9, 2026
Last week, NPGA President & CEO Steve Kaminski shared an update on action by the Department of Energy: The United States Department of Energy (DOE) has issued a slate of program notices providing that nearly $9 …

NPGA SUPPORTS IRS TAX CREDITS FOR RENEWABLE PROPANE

June 9, 2026
From the National Propane Gas Association Bobtail On Thursday, May 28th, 2026, NPGA Senior Vice President for Regulatory and Industry Affairs Benjamin Nussdorf testified to the IRS supporting its proposed 45Z regulation. Mr. Nussdorf’s testimony supported …

PROPANE INDUSTRY SCORES WINS IN NEW YORK BUDGET

June 9, 2026
From the National Propane Gas Association Bobtail Following a two-month delay, last week New York finally enacted its state budget for fiscal year 2026-2027. The delay was largely due to the need for the governor and …

NPGA SCORES VICTORY AS SUPREME COURT PROTECTS PROPANE FURNACES

June 9, 2026
On Monday, June 8, NPGA President & CEO Steve Kaminski posted on LinkedIn: This morning, NPGA scored an unprecedented victory for the propane industry before the U.S. Supreme Court, protecting propane furnaces. The U.S. Supreme Court ruled …

HOW OPPORTUNITY CAN MEET CAPITAL THIS SUMMER

June 9, 2026
By Jeffrey Simpson, Notch Capital With two solid winters in a row under our belts and a larger, more diverse pool of buyers and investors in the market, we’re potentially entering the most opportunity-rich environment that …

EASTERN ENERGY EXPO RECORDS SUCCESSFUL SHOW

June 3, 2026
Thank you to attendees, exhibitors and sponsors UNCASVILLE, CT – Celebrating its 10th anniversary, Eastern Energy Expo welcomed more than 3,800 attendees, 215 exhibiting companies, and 36 sponsors to Mohegan Sun last week, making this …

GRAY, GRAY & GRAY ANNUAL PROPANE SURVEY CLOSES JUNE 10

June 3, 2026
Gray, Gray & Gray's Annual Propane Survey closes June 10. To participate in the survey, click here.

PERKINS DISCUSSES NATIONAL SAFETY MONTH

June 3, 2026
Recently, Propane Education & Research Council President & CEO discussed National Safety Month which is observed in June. His comments can be viewed here.

PROPANE AUTOGAS GAINS MOMENTUM WITH LOW COSTS, NEAR-ZERO EMISSIONS, AND READY-NOW EMISSIONS

June 3, 2026
Latest market data unveiled at ACT Expo 2026 reveals steady growth in propane autogas adoption as fleets prioritize reliable, affordable solutions While the transportation industry debated its future at ACT Expo 2026, propane autogas reinforced its …

REGISTER FOR 2026 PROPANE DAYS + SAVE THE DATE FOR NPGA’S FALL MEETING

June 3, 2026
From the National Propane Gas Association Bobtail All NPGA members are invited to Propane Days, June 7-9, in Washington, DC. Register today! The Propane Days 2026 Preliminary Agenda is packed with important activities, including NPGA’s Annual and …

WORLD LPG DAY IS JUNE 7

June 3, 2026
The World Liquid Gas Association produced a video celebrating World LPG Day which is June 7, 2026 6 days to go to LPG Day 2026!This Sunday, 7 June, everyone will come together to pass one powerful …

USDA GRANTS FOR RURAL BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT: MAY 29 WEBINAR

May 26, 2026
From the National Propane Gas Association Bobtail Rural communities across the country are facing familiar challenges: workforce shortages, aging infrastructure, limited access to technical assistance, and increasing pressure to support local economic growth. The US Department …

NPGA PUBLISHES NEW ENERGY FOR EVERYONE BROCHURE

May 26, 2026
From the National Propane Gas Association Bobtail NPGA recently published a new Energy for Everyone brochure, available here. The new publication features updated statistics and information about propane’s many benefits, usage, versatility, and reliability. It …

NPGA ANNUAL REPORT NOW AVAILABLE

May 26, 2026
From the National Propane Gas Association Bobtail NPGA works hard every day to represent and serve the propane industry. Read about NPGA’s legislative victories, regulatory achievements, beneficial programs, array of member services, the association’s financial health, …

PREPARE FOR PROPANE DAYS!

May 26, 2026
From the National Propane Gas Association Bobtail NPGA’s Legislative Affairs team is hosting a webinar on Tuesday, June 2, 2026, at 1:00 p.m. ET to prepare for Propane Days, June 7-9, 2026, in Washington, D.C. Please …

COLORADO HALTS NEW NOx STANDARDS

May 20, 2026
From the National Propane Gas Association Bobtail On January 1, 2026, Colorado’s new, ultra-low NOx emissions standards for covered gas-fired furnaces and water heaters went into effect. Since then, Colorado retailers have been unable to sell, …

THREE THINGS PROPANE MARKETERS ARE GETTING WRONG ABOUT TRAINING IN 2026

May 20, 2026
Recently 1075 Consulting shared thoughts from Bryan Cordill on LinkIn: "If you're not changing and adapting, you're actually moving backwards." That's how Bryan Cordill closed out a recent Drop Point conversation. Bryan has spent nearly three decades …

WHAT TO DO IF YOU SMELL GAS

May 20, 2026
The Propane Education & Research Council has been sharing videos and other materials on key safety issues such as "What to do if you smell gas." The video content on this subject which you can share …

AUTOGAS WEBINAR: “A PROVEN LOWER COST ALTERNATIVE TO GASOLINE AND DIESEL” MAY 2026

May 20, 2026
Recently, the Propane Education & Research Council shared a webinar, "A Proven Lower Cost Alternative to Gasoline and Diesel." The May 2026 webinar can be found here.

SUBURBAN PROPANE MARKS 30 YEARS AS A PUBLICLY TRADED COMPANY

May 20, 2026
Recently, Suburban Propane marked 30 years as a publicly traded company at the New York Stock Exchange. Suburban President & CEO Michael Stivala shared a few details on LinkedIn: Yesterday, I had the privilege of marking …

DEAN HOUSTON RELEASES 2026 SALES + MARKETING TREND REPORT

May 20, 2026
Delivers Critical Insights for Industrial and Technical B2B Companies Covington, KY – DeanHouston, a business-first marketing firm specializing in growth strategies for industrial and technical brands, today announced the release of its 2026 Sales + …

BEYOND $100 OIL: THE BIGGER ENERGY STORY NOW EMERGING

May 20, 2026
Beyond $100 Oil: The Bigger Energy Story Now Emerging By Tucker Perkins, President and CEO of the Propane Education & Research Council. Host of the Path to Zero podcast. Recently on the Schwab Network, I joined Diane …

ENBRIDGE EYES ALGONQUIN EXPANSION IN NEW ENGLAND

May 20, 2026
From the National Propane Gas Association Bobtail A new political and energy battle may be brewing in the Northeast as Enbridge considers expanding its major Algonquin Gas Transmission system into New England. The proposal, still in …

PROPANE DAYS REGISTRATION NOW OPEN

May 12, 2026
From the National Propane Gas Association Bobtail All NPGA members are invited to Propane Days, June 7-9, in Washington, DC. Register today! The Propane Days 2026 Preliminary Agenda is packed with important activities, including NPGA’s Annual and …

PRIMEMAX ENERGY AND OTODATA: A PARTNERSHIP FUELING OPERATIONAL EXCELLENCE

May 12, 2026
Recently, Otodata shared a report detailing a case study conducted in partnership with Primemax Energy. The details are here.