Sometimes, it can feel hard to find an environmentally friendly option to fuel many of the appliances and systems in your home, and also keep energy costs under control. Electricity can seem like the greenest choice, but unless it’s generated from a renewable source like wind or solar, it most likely comes from burning a fossil fuel. And, electricity isn’t the most efficient option for heat in northern Vermont, where winter is long and very cold.
That’s why so many homeowners are happy to discover that propane is the right mix of environmentally friendly, practical and efficient. Not only is it versatile, and can power a wide range of appliances, but propane is cleaner and greener than electricity in many ways.
Did you know the generation of electricity is the second-largest creator of greenhouse gasses in the United States? Nearly 60% of electricity is generated by burning natural gas and coal. Only the transportation sector creates more greenhouse gases. So, until we can truly rely on renewable sources to generate electricity, it’s not going to be the greenest option.
Propane, on the other hand, is much more clean burning. It produces 43% fewer greenhouse gas emissions than producing the equivalent amount of electricity. It also produces fewer of the chemicals that lead to acid rain and respiratory problems. And there’s an even “greener” type of propane that’s gaining in usage. Renewable propane is made from sustainable sources—most commonly animal fats and vegetable oils. Much like other biofuels, it has an extremely small carbon footprint and requires no new or special equipment.
Unlike fuels like coal and oil, propane is not mined. That means is doesn’t contribute to deforestation or destruction of other natural resources. It is primarily manufactured from natural gas as a by-product of methane purification.
Propane also doesn’t harm soil or groundwater—an important factor when it comes to determining whether a fuel is “green.” It’s nontoxic, and will not create an environmental hazard if spilled. When propane vapor is released into the environment, it’s harmless.
Because propane generates more Btus 9heat energy) than an equivalent amount of electricity, you need much less propane to produce the same amount of heat or energy. Likewise, propane appliances are very efficient, so they waste very little fuel in the combustion process. Using less of any type of energy is better for the environment. And, efficiency is great for your energy bills, too.
In a nutshell, propane delivers more bang for your buck, all while protecting the environment. Talk to the team at Corse Energy. We can show you all the ways that propane can help you power your home or business. With convenient delivery services and budget friendly payment options, propane is a reliable and eco-friendly energy source for heating, cooking and operating a range of equipment and appliances.
Contact us for information or to become a customer today.