Watt the Heck? Why Propane Still Makes Sense

Send us a text In this Independence Day episode of The State of Energy, Tom Clark and Rand DeWitt unpack everything from rain-soaked propane showcases in New Mexico to billion-dollar federal grants for low-emission transit. They break down the push for a national propane reserve, the real state of propane supply, and how your community can tap into major funding for propane-powered buses. U.S. Sen. Gary Peters, D-Michigan, was joined by Republican U.S. Sen. Steve Daines of Montana in introducing the Securing Our Propane Supply Acthttps://www.ironmountaindailynews.com/news/local-news/2025/06/legislation-aims-to-secure-propane-supply/The Federal Transit Administration (FTA) announces the opportunity to apply for $1.1 billion in competitive grants for the fiscal year (FY) 2025 Low or No Emission Grant Program (Low-No Program) under Federal Assistance Listing Number 20.526 and approximately $398 million in competitive grants for the FY 2025 Grants for Buses and Bus Facilities Program (Bus Program) under Federal Assistance Listing Number 20.526.https://www.transit.dot.gov/notices-funding/fy-2025-notice-funding-opportunity-low-or-no-emission-grant-program-and-grants#Program-Descriptions

Send us a textIn this episode of The State of Energy, Tom Clark and Rand Dewitt ask the big, burning question: “Watt the heck is going on with energy policy?” From the push to electrify everything (including your toaster, your truck, and possibly your dog) to propane’s starring role as the quiet hero of reliable, clean energy—this show cuts through the static. The guys talk real-world energy needs, resilience, affordability, and why propane should never be the punchline in the clean energy conversation. Tune in for facts, laughs, and a propane-powered reality check.

Send us a textIn this episode of The State of Energy, hosts Tom Clark and Rand DeWitt take listeners on a journey from outer space to backyards and boiler rooms. They break down the staggering environmental impact of Blue Origin’s recent 11-minute space flight, which reportedly emitted more carbon than the average person will over their entire lifetime.The conversation then pivots to a cleaner path forward—highlighting Orbex’s use of low-emissions bio-propane to power its eco-conscious rocket launches. From the stars to the streets, Tom and Rand spotlight renewable propane as a real-world solution making a difference today.Learn how combined heat and power (CHP) units fueled by renewable propane are helping businesses cut emissions and energy costs—and how you can get up to $30,000 in rebates through a PERC incentive program.Learn more about the CHP rebate at propane.com/alttechTune in and fuel your mind with energy that works.

Send us a textThe State of Energy hosts Tom Clark and Reand DeWitt to discuss propane Autogas conversions, the water heater standard, and protecting American Energy from State Overreach.  

Send us a textThe State of Energy talks with Matt Tredinnick and Kevin Jaffe with mopeka about underground tank corrosion and how to monitor your tank protection annodes 

Send us a textThe State of Energy hosts Tom Clark and Rand DeWitt with Special Guest EV Auto Owner Alex Lawrence.Alex spent his first 20 years in business as a self made entrepreneur that started, led and sold multiple companies. These ventures were built across software, consumer Internet, commercial real estate, venture capital and franchising. Alex raised over $25MM in capital and had one partnership reach #34 on the Inc. 500 list. Five years ago Alex left the world of entrepreneurship to join Weber State University full-time as Vice Provost. Alex worked on a number or projects at Weber State including Startup Ogden, Technology Commercialization and the WSU Research Foundation. In July, Alex joined the Professional Sales program as a full-time faculty member, specializing in Internet Sales, Internet Technology and Social Media Sales. Alex has a BS from the University of Utah, an MBA from Weber State and holds a PhD from Oklahoma State University (PhD, Business).You can see Alex regularly appearing on KSL Channel 5 as their technology expert.  Alex is a highly sought after investor, mentor, speaker, author and teacher.  He is married with two little girls and enjoys the outdoors of Utah, including golfing and fly-fishing.https://www.evauto.com/https://propane.com/for-my-business/fleet-vehicles/https://air.utah.gov/altfuel/index.php

Send us a textFracking pioneer Chris Wright confirmed as Energy Secretaryhttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Mq9-QB6Zl78https://nypost.com/2025/02/03/us-news/fracking-pioneer-chris-wright-confirmed-as-trumps-energy-secretary/https://www.forbes.com/councils/forbesbusinessdevelopmentcouncil/2025/02/05/why-the-energy-crisis-demands-an-all-of-the-above-approach-and-where-renewable-propane-fits-the-picture/https://robertbryce.substack.com/p/ford-loses-another-51b-on-evs-a-question

Send us a textThe Rocky Mountain Propane Association (RMPA) announced the renewal of the home builder incentive program, offering up to $1,500 per home for installing propane appliances, effective March 1. Last year, the program distributed $2 million. The hosts emphasized propane's cost-effectiveness and environmental benefits, particularly in areas with dirty electricity. They also discussed the challenges of building a propane-powered home, including dealing with homeowners associations and the efficiency of propane appliances. Additionally, they highlighted President Trump's executive orders aimed at reducing costs associated with climate policies and leveling the playing field for energy sources, including the removal of electric vehicle mandates.

Send us a textThe State of Energy hosts Tom Clark and Rand Dewit welcomes Robert Bryce to discuss Energy, Power, and Propane.https://robertbryce.com/https://robertbryce.substack.com/ https://www.youtube.com/@JuiceTheSeries

Send us a textThe State of Energy hosts Tom Clark and Rand DeWitt discuss energy in the news. The EPA has approved California's ban on gas-powered vehicles by 2035The State of Energy will buy an EV and report back each month, giving our audience real-world insight into EV ownership. https://www.cnbc.com/2024/12/18/epa-approves-california-plan-to-ban-gas-only-cars-starting-in-2035-.html