R& D: Research and Development - Propane Education and Research Council

Research and Development

Propane Research and Development: Our Mission Is Growth

A well-grounded research and technology agenda is the cornerstone of the propane industry's future success. The primary objective of PERC's research and development mission is to invest in new technologies and foster industry practices that bring innovative products and services to customers, improve the economic vitality of the industry, and provide greater value to propane consumers.
   

R&D Activities

Agricultural Technologies

Thermal AgricultureCrop/Food Conditioningmore 

Distributed Power Generation

Fuel CellGenerator Set, Microturbine 

 

Distribution and Production

 

Engine Fuel

Emissions Testing and Modeling, Engine and Vehicle Demonstrationmore 

 

Fuel Studies

EmissionsFuel Parameters and Analysis 

 

Heating and Cooling Technologies 

 

Storage

CylinderTankValve/regulator/Gauge 

 

Planning and Collaboration 

R&D News More...

PERC Continues Focus on Distributed Generation for 2009 Research and Development Projects 
(October 31, 2008)

Nationwide Propane Distributed Generation (DG) Demonstration Program Launched
(July 15, 2008) 

 

R&D Mission and Strategy

Mission and Strategy Overview 
Industry Vision and Goals
Technology Strategy and Roadmaps
Advisory Committees  

 

Reference Library

R&D Brochure
Propane Technology Review (2008 Report)
Propane Technology Review (2006 Report)
Fact Sheets
Project Reports
Presentations 

 

R&D Funding

Funding Allocations 
Funding Application
Grants Awarded
Grant Review Policy