PERC highlights propane’s role on farms
This past Earth Day, the Propane Education & Research Council highlighted propane and renewable propane as key solutions for cutting emissions and delivering reliable energy amid global sustainability efforts.
As a safe, clean, and readily available energy source that produces 52% fewer greenhouse gas emissions than the electric grid, propane supports both the environment and the communities that depend on energy. The above photo, courtesy of the Propane Education and Research Council, shows an irrigation system powered by propane.
“Too often the energy conversation turns toward a choice between sustainability and reliability; propane proves that you don’t have to choose,” said Tucker Perkins, president and CEO of PERC. “With extreme weather events on the rise, we need solutions that are as resilient as they are clean. Propane is widely available and rising to the challenge of keeping our planet clean and our communities in operation.”
In addition to being a low-carbon energy source, propane is nontoxic and does not contaminate soil or water, making it a safe and reliable fuel source for agricultural operations. Farmers rely on propane to power essential equipment like irrigation engines, grain dryers, and water or building heat systems, allowing them to maintain productivity while reducing emissions.
Renewable propane is also gaining traction as a clean energy option. Made from renewable feedstocks, it can be used seamlessly in existing propane-powered farm equipment without modifications to existing infrastructure, offering another smart solution along the path to zero emissions.
Beyond its environmental benefits, propane provides energy security and resiliency on the farm because it is stored on-site and does not rely on the electric grid. This anytime, anywhere power ensures farmers can protect their crops, livestock, and livelihood without the risk of sudden outages.
“Farmers need an energy source they can count on, and propane delivers the continuous power necessary to keep operations running, while also meeting sustainability goals,” said Michael Newland, director of agriculture business development at PERC. “With the growth of renewable propane, we will continue to see even more opportunities for the agriculture industry to easily reduce its carbon footprint, while also ensuring the productivity and resiliency required for success.”
To see how the propane industry is making a difference within the agriculture community and beyond this Earth Day, visit Propane.com/Agriculture.
