Energy Distribution Partners (EDP) has announced the acquisition of Van Unen/Miersma Propane (VMP), which operates in some California markets under the name Sierra Propane, and its affiliate Windmill Propane.

Van Unen/Miersma Propane was founded in 1993 by Rick Van Unen, Marion Miersma and Jeff Van Groningen. In 2000, VMP acquired Sierra Propane, then later acquired the customer base and fixed assets of Hurts Propane. The founders incorporated Windmill Propane and continued to grow the combined company over the past two decades.