Working with PERC

The Propane Education & Research Council's (PERC) works with manufacturers, researchers, and government partners to strengthen technical knowledge, leverage funding, and maximize investments in developing new propane products. This collaboration ensures that innovative applications of propane are realized in the most effective way possible. We encourage proposals for projects that align with the Council’s strategic needs.

Read about some of PERC's recent research and development partnerships.

Learn more about one manufacturer's collaboration with PERC in the video below.

Visit Applying for Grants for more detailed instructions on how to partner with PERC.

PERC manages its research and development projects using a customized process, called Propel, which follows the principles of the Stage-Gate process. The project process begins with idea submission and ends with the successful launch of a new product, service, or technology. The steps in between require the input of many functional areas at PERC. Propel divides this process into a series of activities (stages) and decision points (gates). We encourage you to download the Propel Overview document to learn more about the criteria and methods used to assess the value and progress of proposed projects.

Download the Propane Research and Development Roadmap.

Visit the Research and Development Advisory Committee (RDAC) page.