How Reliable Energy Keeps Critical Operations Running
When the power goes out, propane offers clean, portable, and long-lasting energy for emergency response and disaster relief.
RICHMOND, Va. – As extreme weather events and unexpected power outages continue to impact communities and businesses across the country, the need for resilient, portable, and reliable energy sources has never been greater. At this year’s Disasters Expo in Miami, the Propane Education & Research Council (PERC), Evergreen Power, Eco Power, and Westinghouse are showcasing the critical role of propane in emergency preparedness, response, and recovery.
From standby generators ensuring uninterrupted operations at hospitals and data centers, to towable light towers illuminating job sites and disaster zones, propane provides a dependable energy source, especially when grid power is compromised. For critical industries like healthcare, public safety, hospitality, and emergency response, these solutions are essential for delivering services and operating safe, productive businesses.
“Unreliable power is more than an inconvenience. It’s a financial, operational, and safety risk,” said Bert Warner, director of commercial business development at PERC. “Propane is an affordable, scalable energy solution available today that helps businesses stay open during grid failures and extreme weather events.”
As the frequency and intensity of weather events like hurricanes, wildfires, heat waves, and winter storms increase, propane stands out as a clean, efficient, and dependable energy solution that can support critical services in remote locations and during grid failures. Unlike diesel or gasoline, propane does not degrade over time, ensuring long-term energy security when it’s needed most.
Key propane-powered solutions for resiliency include:
- Standby Generators – Activate within seconds of a power outage to keep hospitals, businesses, and homes running smoothly.
- Towable Light Towers – Provide bright, reliable lighting in disaster zones to enhance safety and visibility.
- Combined Heat and Power (CHP) Systems – Generate electricity while capturing waste heat for hot water and heating, ideal for shelters and critical facilities.
- Portable Water Heaters – Ensure hot water access in emergency response stations and shelters.
- EV Charging Stations – Keep electric vehicles operational with propane-powered mobile chargers when the grid is down.
- Autogas Infrastructure – Ensure first responders and relief teams stay mobile even when fuel supplies are disrupted with propane-powered emergency response fleets.
In addition to resiliency, propane-powered generators are a low-emission alternative to diesel-powered generators, reducing harmful particulate matter, nitrogen oxides (NOx), and carbon emissions that can exacerbate poor air quality in affected areas. Additionally, propane-powered engines offer quieter operation and require less maintenance, making them a cost-effective and environmentally responsible choice.
Attendees of Disasters Expo Miami can visit PERC at the Evergreen Mobile Power stand, #521, to explore the latest advancements in propane-powered emergency solutions and learn how propane can enhance disaster preparedness and response strategies.
For more information on propane’s role in keeping business running during times of disruption, visit propane.com/powergen.
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About PERC: The Propane Education & Research Council is a nonprofit that provides leading propane safety and training programs and invests in research and development of new propane-powered technologies. PERC is operated and funded by the propane industry. For more information, visit Propane.com.
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When the power goes out, propane offers clean, portable, and long-lasting energy for emergency response and disaster relief. RICHMOND, Va. – As extreme weather events and unexpected power outages continue to impact communities and businesses across the country, the need for resilient, portable, and reliable energy sources has never been greater. At this year’s…