Butane-Propane News

08/20/2026

Fuel price volatility can make long-term fleet budgeting a challenge. How can propane autogas help provide greater predictability?

In this contributed article, Joel Stutheit of Propane Education & Research Council explores how propane autogas fuel price stability can help fleets manage operating costs and reduce exposure to unpredictable fuel prices.

https://bpnews.com/autogas/propane-autogas-fuel-price-stability-helps-fleets-cut-costs

08/19/2026

Another great platform; another technology that looks promising; another innovative solution that could boost operations. But what if your team is simply tired from hearing about yet another shift in technology?

Propane technology fatigue is a real issue.

Freddie Ridler with Rural Computer Consultants, Inc. - Fuel Distribution System lays out why understanding how your team responds to new technology and communicating new changes in applications requires a careful approach to avoid burnout.

https://bpnews.com/technology/propane-technology-fatigue-when-good-people-get-tired-great-ideas

Propane technology continues to develop at a rapid pace, but how can employers continue to ensure their employees don't fall into technology burnout?

08/17/2026

Meet Christian Levac, president of Propane Levac Propane Inc. — and a 2026 Industry Innovators finalist.

For Levac, who has put in the work in a variety of roles in the company started by his father prior to becoming president, innovation is all about curiosity.

"He wants to understand how everything works, how people are doing and why things are done in a certain way," said Levac's nominator.

Learn more about Levac now:

https://bpnews.com/christian-levac-bpn-industry-innovators

08/13/2026

Operators in the propane transportation sector consistently juggle a combination of regulatory affairs, driver shortages and supply fluctuation.

Grammer Logistics shares the key focus points that will ensure propane transportation remains effective at delivering an essential fuel across the country.

This educational article is sponsored by Grammer Logistics.

https://bpnews.com/sponsored/propane-logistics-new-era

The propane industry has always operated in a world of complexity. Seasonal demand swings, weather disruptions, supply fluctuations, driver availability, regulatory requirements and evolving customer expectations all combine to create a transportation environment where ex*****on matters every day.To...

08/12/2026

A recent Louisiana appeals court decision highlights the importance of medical causation evidence in gas leak exposure claims.

This edition of Propane & the Law examines Adams v. Entergy New Orleans, in which the court reversed judgments for plaintiffs who alleged natural gas exposure caused a range of health symptoms — and considers the lessons the decision may hold for propane distributors facing similar claims.

A gas leak exposure claim was rejected by a Louisiana appeals court after plaintiffs failed to provide expert medical testimony linking natural gas exposure to their symptoms.

08/11/2026

Congratulations to Todd Jones, director of education for the Illinois Propane Gas Association, on being named a 2026 Butane-Propane News Industry Innovators finalist!

From championing hands-on training to serving as a trusted mentor and resource for propane professionals across Illinois, Todd's dedication continues to make a lasting impact on the industry.

Learn more about Todd's story: https://bpnews.com/todd-jones-bpn-industry-innovators

08/10/2026

The transition to propane autogas doesn't have to be a process cloaked in mystery.

Stuart Weidie, president of Alliance AutoGas, lays out what autogas fleet managers wish they had known prior to implementing autogas. Here's a 101 crash course on planning a successful autogas fleet integration.

https://bpnews.com/autogas/autogas-fleet-integration-101-fostering-successful-implementation

Autogas fleet integration requires adaptive training, measured goals and preventative maintenance routines.

08/07/2026

Are propane companies sacrificing long-term success by competing on price alone?

In this contributed article, Amanda Bohm of Sunrise Propane explores how aggressive pricing can affect customer service, employee investment and profitability — and why independent propane marketers should focus on delivering long-term value, not just the lowest price.

Propane price competition can erode profits, weaken customer service and limit reinvestment. Learn why strategic pricing supports long-term industry stability.

08/06/2026

M. Douglas Dagan, senior vice president of renewable energy at Suburban Propane, kicks off our celebration of this year's Industry Innovators.

Dagan has been a key figure in the renewable energy space for many years now, a sector where he passionately believes propane has an important role to play.

According to Dagan, "the propane industry sits at the intersection of legacy infrastructure and emerging low-carbon technologies. It has a lot to gain from both fresh and seasoned perspectives."

Learn more about our first Innovator now:

https://bpnews.com/douglas-dagan-bpn-industry-innovators

08/06/2026

A customer service representative at propane distributor Valley Energy is breaking out of the four walls of her office to explore what on-site propane service looks like.

In this adventurous edition of Beyond the Mains, take a look at what CSRs can learn from their most valuable resource: the team members who day in and day out deliver propane to customers.

https://bpnews.com/operations/how-propane-csr-valley-energy-bringing-office-field

A propane CSR at Valley Energy is leaving escaping the office walls to partake in a ride-along with a propane driver in a quest to integrate two departments of a propane business that are often divided: office management and on-site propane service.