2022 Year in Review

With inflation woes, supply chain challenges, labor shortages and conflict overseas, 2022 has been quite a year. But despite the obstacles, the propane industry has also seen good times, from the appointment of the first female NPGA chair to a sharpened focus on renewable propane as a viable path forward for the industry. Through it all, BPN has worked to cover stories that matter to you. Here’s a glimpse of what stood out during this eventful year.

January

• Industry leaders predict challenges in staffing, supply and government regulations for 2022

February

• ELDT mandate goes into effect and NPGA launches ACE service

March

• Former WPGA CEO discusses the part autogas will play on the road to net-zero
• State of Industry Digitalization Report highlights tank monitoring, consumer engagement as top tech spends for 2022

April

• Expert analysis predicts the Russia-Ukraine crisis to cause volatility in propane supply and prices

May

• Ferrellgas leaders discuss eliminating bias and diversifying thought to improve DE&I in propane

June

• Bobtail industry facing driver shortages & material delays, watching customization and safety trends in 2022

July

• Michelle Bimson-Maggi appointed first female NPGA chair

August

• Midstream suppliers say lessons learned from last year and planning ahead will lead to successful busy season
• NPGA submits special exemption request to FMCSA

September

• Oberon Fuels CEO names renewables as the world’s path to carbon neutrality

October

• Shifting consumer behaviors are driving tech adoption decisions for fuel dealers

November

• Inflation Reduction Act favors electrification, but provides clean energy initiatives that could favor propane