Environment

Builders who use propane can achieve up to 199 points in the NAHB green building guidelines — halfway to gold. As new ecofriendly propane products continue to come to market every day, here are a few options for you to consider in your next green project.

Tankless water heaters

These units heat water faster, cost up to 60 percent less to operate than standard electric units, and save water.

Furnaces

Propane furnaces can reach a peak efficiency of more than 95 percent, compared to 85 percent with home heating oil. They also heat air up to 25 degrees warmer than electric heat pumps — all with a lower carbon footprint.

Radiant floor heating

Cleanburning, ultra-efficient propane is a perfect fuel for high-tech boilers that operate with today’s radiant floor heating systems.

Fireplaces

Direct-vent gas fireplaces are approved in green building programs. Propane direct-vent fireplaces offer
efficiency, preserve indoor air quality, and provide consumers the comfort
and ambience of a wood fire without the mess and expense.

For more information and to find a propane retailer in your area, visit http://buildwithpropane.com.

To learn more about installing clean-burning propane in your next project, consider taking
an online continuing education