For many people, the number one reason they choose to heat with propane are the environmental benefits of propne over other alternatives such as oil.

The Eco-Friendly Gas for those who care about the environment is propane. Choosing the right fuel source for one’s home, business, or vehicle comes down to more than cost alone. In addition to being cost-efficient, propane is the most eco-friendly of all natural gas and petroleum-based heating options. Here are a few reasons why you are doing your part to keep the planet clean when you choose propane.
 
Greenhouse Emissions:
 Propane has low carbon content and emits less greenhouse gases (GHG) when burned than gasoline, kerosene, diesel, ethanol, and coal do. According to the Canadian Propane Association, propane heaters even produce less GHG emissions than electric water heaters. Also, unlike the natural gas methane, propane does not release carbon dioxide or act as a GHG of any kind when released into the air.
 
Propane Exhaust:
If you are considering owning a propane-fueled vehicle, know that these produce up to 26% less GHG than their gasoline-powered counterparts. If inhaled, propane vapours are non-toxic. The Canadian Propane Association also reports that propane is Canada’s most popular alternative fuel for transportation applications, so keeping a propane supply handy would be the convenient and green thing to do.
 
Pollution and Criteria Air Contaminants:
Propane produces less of the particles that pollute the environment than gasoline and diesel. These pollutants, known as Criteria Air Contaminants (CAC), can cause haze, acid rain, ground-level ozone, and other environmental problems. Propane also will not contaminate water supplies or the soil; though propane is stored in liquid form, it will not pool if released, but rather become a harmless vapour that rapidly dissipates. As a propane user, you help keep emissions low and the ecosystem healthy.
 
Budget Propane supplies the world’s most eco-friendly gas to your home or office on demand.  Call 1 888 405.7777 to have Budget Propane install tanks and lines, place remote tank monitors, or provide technical support for your home, business, or contracting job. We deliver throughout central Ontario; Huntsville, Bracebridge, Haliburton, Muskoka, Bala, Midland, Orillia, Barrie, Alliston... and more! Visit us online at www.budgetpropaneontario.com

In comparison to other safe and efficient fuel sources, propane gas is a first choice for clean energy that can be used for a variety of residential, commercial, and industrial needs. Read more about the environmental benefits provided by propane gas here:
 
Carbon Emissions: Propane gas contains significantly less carbon than many types of fuel for which it can be used as a substitute, including diesel fuel, gasoline, and coal. This is reflected in comparing propane’s greenhouse gas emissions per productivity unit to those of other fuel sources. Even natural gas, which generates fewer carbon emissions per productivity unit than propane, ultimately has a heavier impact on the environment because of the methane that is released into the air as it is burned.
 
Toxicity: One of propane’s environmental selling points is that it burns cleanly. Propane gas is non-toxic and contains no lead. Upon vaporization, propane dissipates rapidly. All of these factors make propane’s impact on the earth and soil negligible.
 
Air Contaminants: Air contaminants released by some fuels cause significant air pollution. Some of these contaminants can cause or increase the risk of disease in humans, plants, and animals. According to the World Liquid Propane Gas Association , propane gas produces far fewer air contaminants than coal, diesel, oil, and wood-based fuels. Switching to propane gas can actually improve the quality of air in environments where one of these other sources has been used.
 
Transportation: Canadians have an added advantage when it comes to propane and the environment, and that is that propane is produced in Canada and can be distributed to most Ontario homes and businesses using very little energy. On a related note, propane-fueled transportation is a green alternative to gasoline-powered transport that is increasing in popularity as technology develops.
 
Are you a resident or business owner who is looking for a reliable supplier of bulk propane? If so, Budget Propane Ontario can help you meet your home or commercial needs in an energy-efficient and environmentally friendly way. To find out more about the propane that we use or the tank delivery and refill services we provide, call  1 888 405.7777.

If you’re looking for a more efficient and effective way to heat your home this winter, then consider switching to a propane gas heating system. Propane is one of the most widely available fuel sources in Canada and is affordable enough for regular home use. Additionally, propane is clean-burning and is almost emissions free. Let’s take a look at why propane heating is a great option for your home this winter.
 
Propane has received a lot of attention for its versatility in a variety of different applications. This versatility has also made propane an attractive fuel source for heating homes. Propane can be used in a number of different home heating solutions including forced air systems, as well as other “greener” solutions such as radiant floor heating and baseboard heaters.
 
One advantage that makes propane heating particularly attractive for Canadian homeowners is its heating capacity. When compared to electrical heating systems, propane powered heaters are much better equipped to provide higher, more stable temperatures. They also tend to be more energy-efficient than electrical heat pumps in real-world scenarios, with efficiency ratings between 70 and 96 percent.

The Canadian Propane Association (CPA) spoke recently to the House of Commons Standing Committee on Natural Resources about the important part that propane plays in the diversification of Canada’s energy market.