With the increased popularity of the ductless mini- split, the opportunities for growth for energy retailers have increased significantly.
Contractors can tap into a market that is growing in the Northeast
About a year ago I wrote an article about diversification for the oil heat dealer. Business owners continue… https://oilandenergyonline.com/articles/all/ductless-mini-splits-are-taking/
The price advantage that pipeline gas currently holds over oilheat and propane is substantial. In many cases, a home can be heated by gas at half the price of oil or propane. It may be several years before the market returns to any sort of pricing parity.
The price advantage that pipeline gas currently holds over oilheat and propane is substantial. In many cases, a home can be heated by gas at half the price of oil or propane. It… https://oilandenergyonline.com/articles/all/cheap-gas-not-going-away-now-what/
Do you smell gas? Well maybe not, but you certainly have been hearing about it. The media has been full of natural gas stories – from exports and shortages, to a focus on methane pollution and neighborhood gas leak issues.
Do you smell gas? Well maybe not, but you certainly have been hearing about it. The media has been full of natural gas stories – from exports and shortages, to a focus on… https://oilandenergyonline.com/articles/all/natural-gas-needs-clean-its-act/
Say hello to e-logs. They are (one of) this year’s big new regulatory developments. The name “e-logs” may be new, but electronic logging is not.
Say hello to e-logs. They are (one of) this year’s big new regulatory developments. While the name “e-logs” may be new, the basic idea of electronic logging has been floated… https://oilandenergyonline.com/articles/all/inevitable-rise-e-log/
The intense winter of 2013-14 has set the stage for a revival of price protection programs. The industry may have mixed feelings about fixed-price and capped-price programs, but they could be an excellent draw in 2014 for companies who execute them well.
The intense winter of 2013-14 has set the stage for a revival of price protection programs. The industry may have mixed feelings about fixed-price and capped-price programs, but… https://oilandenergyonline.com/articles/all/will-price-protection-resurge-2014/
On the heels of the coldest winter in years, marketers face a fresh set of challenges in 2014 and 2015. Weather could go either way. Customers may or may not show renewed interest in price protection. Basis could blow out again.
On the heels of the coldest winter in years, marketers face a fresh set of challenges in 2014 and 2015. Weather could go either way. Customers may or may not show renewed… https://oilandenergyonline.com/articles/all/hedging-uncertain-world/
Growing the customer list – a retail energy company’s most valuable asset – is the most important task facing the owner or manager of any oilheat or propane business. More customers mean more revenue, which leads to higher profits. It is a simple equation…
Growing the customer list – a retail energy company’s most valuable asset – is the most important task facing the owner or manager of any oilheat or propane business. More… https://oilandenergyonline.com/articles/all/choosing-best-customers/
And so it began. From tulip mania in the 1600s in Europe to soft commodities like corn and soybeans to hard commodities like gold and silver, and of course the financials: bonds and interest rates. It was only a matter of time before the markets discovere…
And so it began. From tulip mania in the 1600s in Europe to soft commodities like corn and soybeans to hard commodities like gold and silver, and of course the financials: bonds… https://oilandenergyonline.com/articles/all/reducing-stings-marketers-customers/
Fuel dealers can reduce delivery costs and improve customer service by deploying solar-powered, wireless outdoor tank monitors that were developed by a Pennsylvania energy company that has diversified broadly from its own base in fuel sales.
Fuel dealers can reduce delivery costs and improve customer service by deploying solar-powered, wireless outdoor tank monitors that were developed by a Pennsylvania energy… https://oilandenergyonline.com/articles/all/solar-powered-tank-monitor-offers-simple-set/
Natural gas has been touted as a “bridge fuel” that can provide energy while our nation transitions to cleaner energy and renewables, because natural gas is less carbon intensive, and there’s ample domestic supply.
Natural gas has been touted as a “bridge fuel” that can provide energy while our nation transitions to cleaner energy and renewables, because natural gas is less carbon intensive,… https://oilandenergyonline.com/articles/all/can-switching-natural-gas-harm-environment/
Welcome to the new Oil & Energy Online website and blog! As we continue improving our coverage of the retail fuel and home comfort industries, we are adding more online coverage and breaking news.
Welcome to the new Oil & Energy Online website and blog! As we continue improving our coverage of the retail fuel and home comfort industries, we are adding more online coverage… https://oilandenergyonline.com/articles/all/welcome-oil-energy-online/
There may be two feet of fresh snow in Vermont and freezing temperatures across much of the Northeast, but the Oil & Energy Online team has our minds in May. Our April issue will be going to press soon, and the we’ll be immersed in our May coverage, which…
There may be two feet of fresh snow in Vermont and freezing temperatures across much of the Northeast, but the Oil & Energy Online team has our minds in May. Our April issue will… https://oilandenergyonline.com/articles/all/looking-ahead-may-oil-energy/
Households that heat with propane have been hit hard by this winter’s rising prices, which were brought on by a combination of factors, including a large drawdown in the Midwest to dry a very wet corn harvest and then, of course, the polar vortex. When al…
Households that heat with propane have been hit hard by this winter’s rising prices, which were brought on by a combination of factors, including a large drawdown in the Midwest… https://oilandenergyonline.com/articles/all/cost-propane-heating-rises-more-half/
Take advantage of Google+ publishing to improve your company’s search performance
Take advantage of Google+ publishing to improve your company’s search performance
Successful local businesses attract new customers and achieve growth, as they always… https://oilandenergyonline.com/articles/all/feed-giant/
After a four-year outage, Oilheat has a check-off program again
After a four-year outage, Oilheat has a check-off program again
The Oilheat industry can reignite its research and education programs in 2014 with the support and… https://oilandenergyonline.com/articles/all/nora-back/
ADD Systems offers fuel retailers the ability to manage and communicate fuel delivery data from the delivery truck to the back office and out to the customer.
EDITOR’S NOTE: Onboard computing can open a host of business improvements, including reduced delivery costs and enhanced customer service. Oil & Energy recently spoke with ADD… https://oilandenergyonline.com/articles/all/extending-data-network-truck/
It’s 2014. Aren’t we supposed to be in flying cars by now? Aren’t all delivery drivers and service technicians supposed to be using real-time connected mobile devices? Maybe. But investing in mobile technology for an entire fleet is still a large enough p…
It’s 2014. Aren’t we supposed to be in flying cars by now? Aren’t all delivery drivers and service technicians supposed to be using real-time connected mobile devices? Maybe. But… https://oilandenergyonline.com/articles/all/eleven-benefits-real-time-mobile/
Oil and Energy recently reached out to John Faris III, Vice President at Oilmen’s Truck Tanks, Inc. to discuss the process of buying and outfitting a new tank truck.
Oil and Energy recently reached out to John Faris III, Vice President at Oilmen’s Truck Tanks, Inc. to discuss the process of buying and outfitting a new tank truck.
… https://oilandenergyonline.com/articles/all/things-consider-when-buying-fuel-truck/
Oilheat and propane delivery trucks are the backbone of any fuel delivery operation, and their performance can vary widely depending on the equipment you use on board. In this issue, Oil & Energy is taking a look at truck equipment and mobile technology a…
Manufacturers share thoughts on how to outfit your fleet for success
Oilheat and propane delivery trucks are the backbone of any fuel delivery operation, and their… https://oilandenergyonline.com/articles/all/equipping-your-fuel-trucks/
