In the institutional and commercial facility industry, propane is mostly thought of as an alternative to diesel or gas-powered machines. But as the Propane Education & Research Council (PERC) shows, there are many in-house ways that facilities can benefit from using propane as part of their HVAC programs.
Here are some examples:
Water heaters: Propane-powered water heaters offer high efficiency, on-demand supply, and reliable performance, making them ideal for commercial applications with high hot water demands. Their cost-effectiveness, durability, and ability to operate during power outages ensure consistent and environmentally friendly hot water solutions.
Boilers: Propane boilers provide efficient, reliable heating for commercial applications, offering lower energy costs, reduced emissions, and consistent performance, even during power outages. Their durability and scalability make them ideal for meeting high heating demands.
Prime & standby generators: Propane prime and standby generators provide reliable, efficient power for commercial buildings, ensuring continuous operations during power outages, with lower emissions, a longer fuel shelf life, and reduced maintenance compared to diesel options.
Combined heat and power (CHP): Propane-powered CHP systems revolutionize commercial and industrial facilities by enhancing energy efficiency, minimizing waste heat and emissions, and delivering electricity and thermal energy precisely where it’s needed.
Gas heat pumps and chillers: Propane heat pumps and chillers offer energy-efficient and cost-effective heating and cooling solutions for commercial buildings, featuring lower emissions, reliable performance, and the ability to operate during power outages.
Joel Williams is a freelance writer based in Frankfort, Illinois.
