"Propane Reduces Greenhouse Gas Emissions: A Comparative Analysis," a report prepared by Energetics and sponsored by the Propane Education & Research Council, shows that propane generates fewer greenhouse gas emissions than 70 percent of today's fuel mix.
Construction professionals can compare the emission levels of space and water heating equipment by fuel type. The analysis looks at emission levels of propane, natural gas, electric, and fuel oil equipment.
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Architects and construction professionals can get continuing education credits for taking "Innovations with Propane Gas for Outdoor Residential Use," the latest free, online propane training course available through ProConnect.
There are several outdoor residential uses for propane gas. This course will demonstrate the true versatility of this fuel source in residential outdoor applications. Construction professionals will be able to compare and contrast emissions of common fuel types, describe the sustainable energy benefits of building with propane gas and list several applications for propane gas around the home.
For more information or to register for the course, go to ne.proconnecthome.com/educational.html.
A new video available from ProConnect outlines the design and installation fundamentals of outdoor propane applications for homes. The seven-minute video covers best practices for water and space heating, outdoor cooktops, hearth products, and fuel plumbing. The video reflects the rising popularity of outdoor spaces among homeowners who desire a flexible, attractive living environment that can be created at a lower cost than a finished interior room. The video was developed by the Propane Education & Research Council.
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ProConnect partner ABODE Builders of New England recently won the gold award for the best green-built home in the 2009 Best in American Living Award competition sponsored by Professional Builder magazine and the National Home Builders Association. The house features an environmental-friendly propane heating system, fireplace, cooktop, and oven.
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A new brochure that discusses financial incentives for businesses and homeowners to upgrade to more efficient appliances is available through ProConnect. New tax credits and rebates will help homeowners to get more bang for their new construction and remodeling dollar.
The brochure highlights three simple points that builders and remodelers can use to talk to customers in order to take advantage of an estimated $6 billion in incentives available through the federal stimulus bill. To download the brochure, click here.
Just in time for the home show season, Home Buyer Kits are available through ProConnect. The kits feature six colorful brochures that help clients and customers understand the value and efficiency of propane appliances and describe the benefits of propane central heating systems, water heating systems, fireplaces, cooking appliances, clothes dryers, and generators. Learn more>>
for Builders Using Propane
Propane appliances continue to make more sense than ever for builders and homeowners. With federal energy efficiency tax credits available, builders and homeowners will now be able to save up to $2,000 by installing space and water heating appliances powered by environmentally friendly propane fuel.
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You'll be able to reach your clients and customers in local, regional, and national publications with our four-color ad templates that highlight the benefits of propane in residential new construction. These templates can be customized to include both the ProConnect brand and your company's logo. These same templates are also available for direct mail pieces and email marketing.
In addition, fact sheets, which provide in-depth analysis on such topics as tankless water heaters, underground storage tanks, and home heating systems, are also available for your use. These too can be customized to include your company's logo.
And make sure to check out our Home Buyer Kits, a packet of six colorful brochures and fact sheets that enable clients and customers to better understand the benefits of propane as a lifestyle choice.
To view any of this literature, click on the links listed under "ProConnect Collateral" in the upper left-hand corner of this Home Page.
ProConnect is a partnership program between New England's propane retailers and distributors, and construction professionals.
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