Benefits of Propane
What Does Propane Have to Offer?
Not only does propane fulfill a variety of indoor and outdoor functions, it is also a truly economical and environmentally friendly option compared with many traditional energy sources.
Some of the benefits include:
- Propane Gas emits less than half the greenhouse gas emissions of electricity
- It takes less propane energy than electricity to run the same appliance
- Propane not only meets but exceeds the requirements for clean fuel regulations
- Propane does not cause long-term environmental damage in the form of spills or hazardous disposal
- Propane is considered to be nontoxic & is insoluble in water.
- Since propane is released as a gas, it does not spill, pool, or leave a residue. This makes it harmless to soil or water if a tank were to leak.
- Propane furnaces can be upto 95% efficient, saving energy without sacrificing comfort. Unlike heat pumps, propane heating units will recover temperature very quickly. This allows customers to use another energy saving tip: which is turning down the thermostat while they are away from home for any significant period.
- New tankless water heaters can achieve an exceptional 98% efficiency. This is the highest efficieny level available on the market and will give propane users extraordinary savings when compared to standard electric water heaters. Also with tankless water heaters, customers will not have to worry about running out of hot water because these units will produce a continual supply when needed.
- Clothes dryers running on propane consume minimal gas while still drying more quickly than electric units. This not only can save energy but also save customers’ time spent doing laundry.
- Cooking with propane allows the user to more easily and instantly control the temperature needed. This along with the better heat conductivity results in faster cooking time and more energy efficiency than electric cook stoves.
- Outdoor grills use very little gas to cook and can help keep unwanted heat outside during the warm summer months, which can help save on cooling bills.
