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Most Common Queries

1. What is LPG?

   Liquefied petroleum gas (LPG) is the generic name for commercial propane and commercial butane. Its high calorific value and negligible sulphur and metal pollutants make it a more efficient fuel than oil, coal and electricity and better for the environment. LPG provides a convenient means of powering heating, cooking and other processes, regardless of where your business is located.

2. How can LPG benefit my business?

   Efficient and controllable, LPG delivers competitive advantage to businesses throughout the UK. It provides fuel and heat for a wide-range of commercial, industrial and agricultural businesses, and is also used to power vehicle fleets, caravans and static homes, FLTs and hot air balloons. LPG comes in a range of tank sizes - from half a tonne to two tonnes - making it suitable for businesses large and small.

3. How does LPG compare with other fuels?

   • LPG produces no harmful or dangerous waste
   • LPG, when burned, produces less CO2 than coal and oil
   • LPG burns cleanly with no soot and very few SO2 and NOx emissions
   • LPG poses no ground and water pollution hazards
   • LPG delivers significant fuel cost savings, and is around 50% cheaper than diesel
   • LPG is a by-product so there is no wastage
   • LPG boilers are cheaper to install than oil boilers and less expensive to maintain
   • LPG can be used alongside renewable technologies

4. Will using LPG help my business reduce its carbon footprint?

   Yes. LPG has a number of environmental advantages over fuels such as oil, coal and electricity. It burns more cleanly and releases less CO2 per unit of energy than other fossil fuels.