Chart 2: Midwest Propane Inventory

Calling on winter propane demand

December 18, 2023 By Mark Rachal

This week, Mark Rachal, director of research and publications at Cost Management Solutions, analyzes propane demand and the current weather forecast for this winter.

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Propane industry looks back at 2013-14 winter

November 9, 2023 By Brian Richesson

A National Propane Gas Association panel discussion at its fall meetings focused on lessons learned from the challenging 2013-14 winter.

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Hawaii Gas is the only franchised gas utility in the state of Hawaii. (Photo courtesy of Hawaii Gas)

LPG Spotlight: Hawaii Gas

November 6, 2023 By Ellen Kriz

Propane service from Hawaii Gas has proven crucial in the immediate aftermath of and long-term recovery from the wildfire in Lahaina, Maui.

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Chart 2: Total US Propane/Propylene Inventory (Cost Management Solutions)

Propane is a cheap Btu

October 30, 2023 By Mark Rachal

Cost Management Solutions’ Mark Rachal, director of research and publications, discusses propane’s relative value to crude and inventory options this winter.

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Cruel summer: Extreme weather events impact propane marketers year-round

September 25, 2023 By Brian Richesson

Extreme weather events and disasters are year-round occurrences that have the potential to seriously impact propane marketers and their customers.

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Unpredictable weather justifies the purchase of business interruption insurance in certain areas. (Photo by LP Gas staff)

Winter preview: Shift in mindset

September 11, 2023 By James Guyette

Climate calamities more so than propane fundamentals are forcing retailers to expect the unexpected this winter.

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The ThompsonGas team based in Florida worked long hours to serve more than 400 customers in need of immediate assistance after the storm. Photo courtesy of ThompsonGas

ThompsonGas shares lessons learned from 2022 hurricane season

July 28, 2023 By Jessica Johnson

By being prepared and working together, ThompsonGas employees went the extra mile to serve their communities and each other in the aftermath of Hurricane Ian.

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Propane plays an important role in multiple applications on the farm. (Photo courtesy of Co-Alliance Cooperative Inc.)

Propane’s role in the ag market: An overview of key applications

July 17, 2023 By LP Gas

Propane plays a vital role in the agricultural industry and ag customers should recognize the diversity and versatility of the fuel source.

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PERC doubles ag equipment incentives following tornado outbreak

April 11, 2023 By Ellen Kriz

The Propane Education & Research Council (PERC) is offering double incentives of up to $10,000 toward eligible propane-powered ag equipment.

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Propane inventory drawdown nears an end

March 14, 2023 By Mark Rachal

In this week’s Trader’s Corner, Mark Rachal with Cost Management Solutions reviews propane inventory changes and weather pattern shifts.

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