Is Propane Environmentally Friendly?

How the fuel benefits the environment

Now more than ever people are taking a second look at whether or not the products that they use on a regular basis are detrimental to the environment. This is why many of us are choosing to use non-toxic products, drive hybrid cars and cut down on our overall carbon footprint. So does opting to use propane over other fuels play into this?

What makes propane environmentally friendly

The short answer to the above question is yes. Propane is environmentally friendly. In fact, the fuel has many environmental benefits. Here is a look at some of them:

  • Yes, propane can leak, but even when that happens it doesn’t pool or leave any form of residue behind. On top of that, it is non-toxic. What this all means is that it is not harmful to any surrounding plants, soil or other living organisms.
  • The carbon content of propane is considerably lower than the carbon content of other fuels (this includes ethanol, gasoline, kerosene and diesel fuel). This low carbon content was a reason propane become declared a ‘clean’ fuel and was added to the Clean Air Act in 1990.
  • Propane powered appliances tend to get their jobs done at a faster speed than they would if they were using an alternate fuel. This means that they require less energy and using less energy is advantageous to the environment.

As you can see, using propane is a sure fire way to minimize the impact you are having on the environment. On top of that, the fact that it is clean burning helps your appliances and equipment last longer than they otherwise would!

What propane can be used for

Now that we have a better understanding of how propane can help the environment, let’s take a look at how propane can help you as a homeowner.

Propane can be used in numerous different ways throughout your Connecticut home. Propane can:

  • Power home heating and water heating systems
  • Heat pools and spas
  • Power space heaters used in outdoor areas and certain parts of your home
  • Fuel generators that homeowners depend on when the power goes out
  • Power clothes dryers
  • Ignite fire pits, fireplaces and hearths
  • Power outdoor grills and indoor gas stove cooking ranges

Propane from Jennings Oil & Propane

Propane is clearly the clean, green alternative when it comes to fuel. If you are a Connecticut home or business owner and are looking to be more environmentally conscious when it comes to your fuel choice, switch over to propane with the help of Jennings Oil & Propane. You can count on us for reliable deliveries of propane all throughout Fairfield, Litchfield and New Haven counties.

If you need a propane tank, Jennings Oil & Propane can help with that too. We have both leasing and buying options.

Jennings Oil & Propane has been a full-service propane provider in the area for over 80 years. Contact us today and let us know how we can help with all your propane needs.

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