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What it is: A versatile stored energy source for compatible home systems and appliances.

Commonly used for: Home heating, water heating, cooking, fireplaces, clothes drying, pool heating, and propane-powered standby generators.

Equipment required: Appliances and systems specifically designed or professionally converted for propane.

How it is stored: In a dedicated aboveground or underground propane tank at the property.

Why it may fit: One on-site fuel source can serve several compatible household systems and appliances.

Delivery: Automatic or will-call delivery, subject to location and service availability.

What it is: A dedicated heating fuel for homes with compatible oil-fired systems.

Commonly used for: Oil-fired furnaces, boilers, and compatible water-heating equipment.

Equipment required: A heating system specifically designed for heating oil.

How it is stored: In a dedicated indoor or outdoor heating oil tank at the property.

Why it may fit: It is a straightforward option for homes that already use oil-fired heating equipment.

Delivery: Automatic or will-call delivery, subject to tank, location, and service availability.

What it is: A heating fuel for residential equipment specifically designed or approved for kerosene.

Commonly used for: Compatible furnaces, heaters, and other manufacturer-approved residential heating applications.

Equipment required: Heating equipment specifically approved for kerosene. It should not be substituted for another fuel without professional confirmation.

How it is stored: In a compatible, dedicated on-site tank with safe delivery access.

Why it may fit: It serves homes whose existing heating equipment or application specifically requires kerosene.

Delivery: Automatic or will-call delivery, subject to tank, location, and service availability.

What it is: A versatile commercial fuel for compatible buildings, equipment, and specialized operations.

Commonly used for: Facility heating, water heating, forklifts, cooking, agricultural applications, and propane-powered secondary power systems.

Equipment required: Commercial appliances, engines, equipment, or generators designed or converted for propane.

How it is stored: In one or more dedicated commercial propane tanks sized for the application and demand.

Why it may fit: It can support several compatible needs across a facility or operation from one on-site supply.

Delivery: Scheduled, automatic, or usage-based commercial delivery, subject to site requirements and availability.

What it is: A primary engine fuel for diesel-powered vehicles, machinery, and equipment.

Commonly used for: Commercial trucks, heavy equipment, construction machinery, agricultural equipment, and diesel-powered generators.

Equipment required: Vehicles, engines, and equipment designed for the supplied grade and type of diesel fuel.

How it is stored: In an approved commercial diesel tank or supplied through an appropriate fleet-fueling program.

Why it may fit: Bulk delivery can reduce retail fueling trips and keep diesel-powered assets supplied on-site.

Delivery: Bulk tank delivery, fleet fueling, or a planned commercial supply program based on the operation.

What it is: An emissions-control fluid, not a fuel, for diesel equipment with selective catalytic reduction systems.

Commonly used for: SCR-equipped diesel trucks, vehicles, and machinery that require D.E.F. to operate their emissions systems correctly.

Equipment required: A diesel vehicle or machine with a separate, clearly marked D.E.F. tank.

How it is stored: In clean, dedicated D.E.F. containers or bulk storage. It must never be placed in a diesel fuel tank.

Why it may fit: Maintaining an on-site supply helps keep SCR-equipped diesel assets ready for operation.

Supply options: Packaged or bulk supply may be available based on usage, storage, and location.

What it is: A lower-carbon diesel fuel option for compatible diesel-powered applications.

Commonly used for: Compatible fleet vehicles, heavy equipment, machinery, and diesel-powered systems.

Equipment required: Diesel engines approved for the specific renewable diesel product and fuel specification.

How it is stored: In an approved diesel storage system that meets product and site requirements.

Why it may fit: It can help qualifying operations pursue fuel-related sustainability goals while serving compatible diesel assets.

Delivery: Bulk commercial supply is subject to product specifications, location, and availability.

What it is: A primary engine fuel for gasoline-powered fleet vehicles and equipment.

Commonly used for: Cars, vans, light-duty trucks, grounds equipment, tools, and compatible gasoline-powered generators.

Equipment required: Vehicles, engines, and equipment designed for the supplied gasoline grade.

How it is stored: In an approved commercial gasoline tank with appropriate dispensing and safety equipment.

Why it may fit: On-site supply can reduce fueling trips and make gasoline more accessible to company vehicles and equipment.

Delivery: Bulk delivery and managed supply options depend on tank, usage, location, and site access.