Propane

FuelPositive Participates in NICCEE’s Green Ammonia Event in the USA

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Wednesday, April 3, 2024
University of Guelph, Environment, Farmer, University of Massachusetts Amherst, Environmental science, Rothamsted, Agriculture, National Science Foundation, Chairperson, Rothamsted Research, Propane, UMCES, University, EEStor, The Nature Conservancy

FuelPositive was invited by Dr. Matthew Houser, a Senior Social Scientist at The Nature Conservancy and Assistant Research Professor at the University of Maryland Center for Environmental Science, to present their breakthrough Green Ammonia story.

Key Points: 
  • FuelPositive was invited by Dr. Matthew Houser, a Senior Social Scientist at The Nature Conservancy and Assistant Research Professor at the University of Maryland Center for Environmental Science, to present their breakthrough Green Ammonia story.
  • The meeting's goal was to inform potential end-users about the emerging on-farm green ammonia production technology and document their perceived opportunities and concerns related to adoption.
  • "In addition to several presentations that covered the purpose of NICCEE and the overall development of Green Ammonia, FuelPositive CEO Ian Clifford joined to discuss the Company's On-farm Green Ammonia units.
  • "We feel deeply honoured to have been invited to meet such open-minded farmers and leaders in the Green Ammonia sector.

EzFill Announces Fourth Quarter and Full Year 2023 Financial Results

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Tuesday, April 2, 2024
Insurance, Marketing, Growth, Depreciation, Propane

Total gallons delivered in the fourth quarter of 2023 were 1.47 million, an increase of 19% from the prior year period.

Key Points: 
  • Total gallons delivered in the fourth quarter of 2023 were 1.47 million, an increase of 19% from the prior year period.
  • Depreciation and amortization of $0.3 million in the fourth quarter of 2023 was 43% lower than the same period of the prior year.
  • Interest expense was higher in the fourth quarter year over year due to loans taken to fund operating expenses.
  • At December 31, 2023, the Company had a cash position of $0.23 million, compared with $2.1 million at year end 2022.

Ferrellgas Encourages Customers to Locate Utility Lines Before Digging

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Monday, April 1, 2024
Propane, OTC, Ferrellgas, Map

Ferrellgas’ top priority is safety, and that’s why the company believes it’s so important for homeowners to find out where utility lines run before they dig into the ground, so they don’t accidentally cut into them.

Key Points: 
  • Ferrellgas’ top priority is safety, and that’s why the company believes it’s so important for homeowners to find out where utility lines run before they dig into the ground, so they don’t accidentally cut into them.
  • Determining where utility lines run is easy!
  • Then, they can set up an appointment with a representative who will come out to mark where their utility lines are.
  • “Ferrellgas is committed to the safety of our customers and the communities we serve.

Engine Technology Forum’s Statement about EPA’s New Heavy-Duty Vehicle Emissions Standards

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Friday, March 29, 2024
Natural gas, Gasoline, American Trucking Associations, Light, Biofuel, Carbon, EPA, Hydrogen, Propane

It requires truck makers to convert an increasing percentage of total vehicle sales each year to zero emission vehicles.

Key Points: 
  • It requires truck makers to convert an increasing percentage of total vehicle sales each year to zero emission vehicles.
  • In recent years, more greenhouse gas reductions in California have come from the use of renewable biodiesel fuels in diesel trucks than from vehicle electrification.
  • More than 57% of all commercial trucks in operation are outfitted with the newest generation of ultra-clean, near-zero emissions, advanced diesel technology.
  • We expect those accomplishments and innovations in advanced combustion technology to continue, even as the industry develops zero emission vehicles.

Canadian Propane Association Calls for Affordability and Fair Treatment in Face of Government Carbon Tax Increase

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Thursday, March 28, 2024
Federation, Propane, Carbon, Health, Shannon Watt, Climate change, Tax, Heat, Government, Policy, CPA, Renewable energy

OTTAWA, March 28, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- As the carbon tax is slated to increase on April 1, 2024, the Canadian Propane Association (CPA) is joining numerous other calls in urging the government to take a practical and equitable approach to reducing emissions.

Key Points: 
  • OTTAWA, March 28, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- As the carbon tax is slated to increase on April 1, 2024, the Canadian Propane Association (CPA) is joining numerous other calls in urging the government to take a practical and equitable approach to reducing emissions.
  • “We are urging the government to take a balanced approach to energy policy.
  • Last fall, the federal government provided a respite from the carbon tax by implementing a three-year pause specifically for heating oil.
  • Unlike heavier-emitting heating oil, propane was not exempt from the carbon tax, despite its lower emissions profile and its similar use as a rural fuel.

A New Trend in Education in Missouri: Propane School Buses

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Tuesday, April 9, 2024
Research, Filter (signal processing), Propane, National Park Service, DEF, Transport, Groundwater, Nitrogen, Carbon, Student, Atmosphere, Soil

JEFFERSON CITY, Mo., April 9, 2024 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Missouri school districts have found a clean, affordable and less complicated path to reducing harmful emissions with school buses powered by propane autogas.

Key Points: 
  • Missouri school districts are saving thousands of dollars annually with propane school buses, an environmentally responsible transportation solution.
  • Two years after adopting propane school buses, Liberty Public Schools cites the reliability, environmental responsibility and cost savings as reasons it continues to add new propane buses to its fleet.
  • Neosho School District , which has operated propane school buses for 10 years, appreciates that the ultra-clean fuel helps reduce maintenance costs.
  • There are more than 22,000 propane school buses across the nation, including over 300 in Missouri.

Manheim Index: Wholesale Used Vehicle Values Lower than Expected in March, as Prices Cool in Final Week of Q1

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Friday, April 5, 2024
Smoke, Health, SUV, MMR, EVS, SAAR, Transport, Cox Enterprises, Index, Mileage, Government, Propane

Spring bounce in vehicle sales ended early this year, with both wholesale and retail sales slowing in the final week of Q1.

Key Points: 
  • Spring bounce in vehicle sales ended early this year, with both wholesale and retail sales slowing in the final week of Q1.
  • ATLANTA, April 5, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Wholesale used-vehicle prices (on a mix, mileage, and seasonally adjusted basis) were down in March compared to February.
  • The Manheim Used Vehicle Value Index (MUVVI) fell to 203.1, a decline of 14.7% from a year ago.
  • In March, Manheim Market Report (MMR) values saw weekly increases slightly below long-term averages for the last several weeks.

Ferrellgas Shares Spring-Cleaning Tips

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Wednesday, March 20, 2024
Water supply, Temperature, Radius, Pressure, Heat, Propane, Sand, Ferrellgas, Mineral, OTC, Water, PERC, Funding of science, Soot, Flower

But the employee-owners of Ferrellgas Partners, L.P. (OTC: FGPR), one of the nation’s largest propane providers, want to remind homeowners to also keep their propane system in mind this time of year.

Key Points: 
  • But the employee-owners of Ferrellgas Partners, L.P. (OTC: FGPR), one of the nation’s largest propane providers, want to remind homeowners to also keep their propane system in mind this time of year.
  • Ferrellgas encourages propane homeowners to hire a trained professional to perform a routine “flush” of their water heater to help remove any sediment that may have formed over time.
  • Ferrellgas recommends removing all combustible materials that are within a 10-foot radius of the tank.
  • No matter what time of year it is, Ferrellgas encourages its customers to keep safety and maintenance top of mind.

Ground-breaking study shows how renewable propane can be developed in Canada

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Wednesday, March 20, 2024
Cooking, Emergency, Shannon Watt, Farm, Heat, Agriculture, Propane, Hospital, Transport, Investment, Area studies, CPA

This first-of-its-kind study provides technical evidence to support renewable propane production in Canada.

Key Points: 
  • This first-of-its-kind study provides technical evidence to support renewable propane production in Canada.
  • While propane is already a low-carbon energy choice, the CPA and its members are charting a path to produce renewable propane to reduce its emissions further.
  • Renewable propane can save up to 85% of emissions and even more under certain conditions.
  • The emergence of renewable propane will support the ongoing energy transition affordably and equitably across all parts of Canada.

U.S. Energy™ and SARTA Sign a Long-Term RNG Supply Agreement

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Tuesday, March 19, 2024
Partnership, Carbon, CNG, Natural gas, SARTA, Marketing, Work, Transport, RNG, Propane

Under the terms of the agreement, U.S. Energy will provide landfill-based RNG to SARTA’s fleet of 36 compressed natural gas (CNG) transit buses.

Key Points: 
  • Under the terms of the agreement, U.S. Energy will provide landfill-based RNG to SARTA’s fleet of 36 compressed natural gas (CNG) transit buses.
  • “SARTA’s commitment to sustainability and alternative fuels sets an example for public transit systems across the country.
  • We’re proud to partner with them on their RNG initiatives and pleased to help the agency achieve its decarbonization goals,” shared Scott Hanstedt, vice president of business development at U.S. Energy.
  • “Our drive to sustainability began more than a decade ago when we decided to replace our diesel buses with vehicles powered by clean CNG,” SARTA CEO Kirt Conrad said.