Propane Incentive Program
Propane appliances and home systems give your customers superior comfort, greater efficiency, and lower energy costs compared with all-electric homes and 68% of builders state that it costs the same or less to build a propane homes. For builders and remodelers, adding propane performance is a significant competitive advantage. With the Propane Construction Research Program, builders can earn up to $1,000 per new home by installing propane appliances and sharing installation data. Remodel projects that replace heating oil or electric appliances with propane may qualify for an additional $500. It’s a win-win for you and your customers.
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Building with Propane Benefits the Environment, Homeowners, and Construction Professionals
In 2024, the Propane Construction Research Program saw a reduction of carbon emissions by 35% per project, while generating updated research and usage data directly from homebuilders. Plus, thousands of homeowners enjoyed lower utility bills and more comfort — confirming that propane is truly the energy for everyone.
The Propane Construction Research Program
The Propane Construction Research Program is designed to collect data from participating builders to inform research about propane use in the residential building industry. As part of the program, participants are required to complete a survey about the homes they build or remodel using propane. Survey topics include any challenges participants may be facing, consumer perceptions, and project details such as comparable selling price and time on market. Completion of the survey must occur before compensation can be released. Qualifying and selected construction professionals receive monetary compensation once emissions data and survey responses are submitted.
2024 PROPANE CONSTRUCTION RESEARCH PROGRAM RESULTS
1,976 HOMES PARTICIPATED
in the program
Builders across
23 U.S. STATES PARTICIPATED
in the program
$2,500,000 AWARDED
to construction professionals
THE IMPACT
More Comfort and Fewer Emissions
Appliances powered by propane are more efficient, reducing home energy costs while increasing comfort. Plus, homeowners are comfortable knowing that propane is an environmentally friendly energy, producing far fewer emissions than other energy sources.
In 2024, the program
REDUCED CO2 EMISSIONS BY 35% PER PROJECT
High-efficiency propane-fueled fireplaces can achieve
EFFICIENCY RATINGS ABOVE 90%
Propane appliances produce
52% LESS GREENHOUSE GAS EMISSIONS
compared to electric equivalents
A propane-fueled furnace’s
EXPECTED LIFE IS UP TO 50% LONGER
than an electric heat pump’s
THE EQUIVALENCY
Adding Up the Impact
Along with helping homeowners enjoy greater comfort and lower energy bills, the 2023 Propane Construction Research Program helped to eliminate more than 19,000,000 lbs. of carbon dioxide (CO2) equivalent. This is equal to greenhouse gas emissions from:
3,524,210
miles driven by average gasoline powered passenger vehicles
155,723
gallons of gasoline consumed
111,884,684
smartphones charged
288
homes’ electricity use for one year
ELIGIBLE PROPANE-POWERED APPLICATIONS
Propane Brings Home Performance
The following high-efficiency propane gas appliances that boost performance and help homeowners lower their energy costs.
SPACE HEATING
Cost-efficient heating with a more comfortable and consistent warmth
WATER HEATING
Faster hot water with up to 50% cost savings compared with electric options
COOKING
The joy and control of cooking with gas just like the professionals
CLOTHES DRYING
Faster drying, easier on clothes, and up to 20% reduced energy use
FIREPLACES
Greater heating capacity and energy efficiency than electric or wood fireplaces, with zero cleanup
STANDBY GENERATORS
Backup power that’s always ready, because unlike gasoline or diesel, propane never degrades