Today, let's look at what propane is and a bit of history about this important source of energy. 

"Propane is an efficient and portable fuel composed of carbon and hydrogen atoms – chemical symbol C₃H₈ – that is a derivative of natural gas processing and oil refining." [source: CPA]

Propane is often referred to as LPG or liquified petroleum gas. It is a gas that is compressed and stored as a liquid. Propane is nontoxic, colourless and virtually odourless - so an identifying odour is added in so that it can be easily detected.

Did you know that propane produces 43% fewer greenhouse gas emissions than using an equivalent amount of electricity generated from the grid?

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As the weather starts to cool down, and more people want to extend their time outdoors before the winter sets in - patio heaters are becoming increasingly popular. Many restaurants created outdoor dining spaces during the pandemic, and these patios continue to welcome people who may not want to eat indoors yet. Portable propane patio heaters are a great way to keep family, friends or guests comfortable and warm.

The Propane Education & Research Council has put together propane safety information for the safe operation of portable propane heaters. Here are 5 important safety tips to follow, and remember to also consult the manufacturer's guidance for your type of propane heater and model as well.

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If you don’t receive an automatic delivery service, then checking your propane level is an absolutely essential part of ensuring that you have a consistent supply of propane to power your appliances.

Whether you have a large propane tank to power your entire home or a smaller propane tank for your RV or trailer, it can sometimes be difficult to determine exactly how much propane you have left in your tank.

To give you a helping hand, Budget Propane Ontario has listed three of the easiest ways that will help you check your propane levels. 

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For people in remote locations or those wishing to embrace an off-grid lifestyle, a propane refrigerator is a great option. You won't have to worry about electric power outages or fluctuations in your alternative energy power source, causing your refrigerator to turn off and spoil food. In addition, propane refrigerators are popular with RV owners, campers, tiny home owners, fishing camps, wilderness resorts and more...

A propane refrigerator works by a unique process called absorption refrigeration.

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It's one of those household appliances that we don't think about too much, but your water tank is a behind the scenes workhorse. Hot on-demand water is routinely available in our day to day lives, and having it instantly ready for washing up, bathing, and washing clothes is essential.

But, with more and more households under financial pressure with increasing energy costs and general inflation, the operating efficiency of your water heater is key to reducing costs.

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At this time of year we are well into the summer holiday season, and more than ever people are heading out to stay at resorts or rent cottages in Ontario.

But, what happens in an emergency if you aren’t home? This also applies to your own cottage or if you have a second home that might be unoccupied for weeks, if not months, at a time throughout the year.

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