Going Green: Suburban Propane Partners, L.P. Collaborates with U-Haul to Offer Renewable Propane in California

Suburban Propane Partners, L.P. is pleased to announce the extension of its 2020 agreement with U-Haul® to provide eco-friendly, renewable propane in California. Renewable propane, used to power over-the-road vehicles and forklifts, offers extremely low carbon emissions and is made using renewable resources; including certain biomass feedstocks. This partnership not only reinforces Suburban Propane’s commitment to sustainability but also aligns with California’s stringent environmental goals. The suburban propane paYS program agreement is designed to further enhance the accessibility and usage of renewable propane in the region, making it a viable option for consumers and businesses alike. By continuing to innovate and collaborate, both companies aim to reduce the carbon footprint associated with conventional fossil fuels. This extension highlights Suburban Propane’s commitment to sustainability and environmentally responsible practices. The suburban propane renewable energy subsidiary will play a crucial role in expanding the availability of renewable propane, ensuring that more customers have access to this cleaner fuel alternative. Together, these efforts aim to significantly reduce carbon footprints and promote a greener future for California and beyond. This collaboration emphasizes Suburban Propane’s commitment to sustainability and innovation in the energy sector. As part of their ongoing efforts to promote clean energy solutions, the company will showcase its advancements in renewable propane at the upcoming event, suburban renewables at RE+ Las Vegas. This initiative not only strengthens partnerships but also contributes to a greener future for communities across California and beyond.

Renewable propane possesses lower carbon intensity than traditional propane, with no change in performance and handling. When compared to gasoline and diesel, propane and renewable propane can significantly reduce harmful contributors to greenhouse gases.

“We are so pleased to continue our relationship with U-Haul to supply renewable propane in the state of California, further supporting our collective efforts to lower carbon emissions in the state,” said Nandini Sankara, Spokesperson, Suburban Propane. “As the U.S. adopts more stringent policies to reduce greenhouse gases and lower the nation’s carbon footprint, Suburban Propane is dedicated to providing innovative solutions and products to meet evolving needs.” “This initiative aligns with our broader commitment to sustainability and responsible energy use. Through our suburban propane reforestation partnership, we aim to invest in projects that restore natural habitats and promote biodiversity. Together with U-Haul, we are not only reducing emissions but also actively contributing to the health of our environment for future generations. This partnership is a significant step towards a more sustainable future, aligning with the broader goals of renewable energy initiatives. The recent renewable energy subsidiary launch by Suburban Propane demonstrates our commitment to advancing cleaner energy sources and expanding our offerings. Together with U-Haul, we are excited to lead the way in making renewable propane a viable option for consumers across California.

This arrangement with U-Haul is part of Suburban Propane’s “Go Green with Suburban Propane” initiative, which focuses on the company’s commitment to advocating for the clean burning attributes of propane in the transition to a sustainable energy future and to investing in innovative solutions to pave the way to zero-carbon emissions. As part of this initiative, Suburban Propane is also exploring various partnerships and acquisitions to enhance its green offerings. The recent suburban propane partners acquisition news highlights the company’s strategic efforts to expand its clean energy portfolio and further solidify its position in the industry. This proactive approach not only supports the company’s sustainability goals but also benefits the communities it serves by providing cleaner energy alternatives.

“I am proud that U-Haul is able to offer renewable propane to our customers in California and I look forward to continued growth across the country in the future,” said Dwight Farr, Propane Program Manager, U-Haul. “It’s exciting to offer an alternative energy source which has a lower carbon intensity score than the majority of the country’s energy grid. At U-Haul we are continually growing our sustainability initiatives and, by offering renewable propane to our customers, we are doing our part to better the environment in the world we live in.”

About U-Haul
Since 1945, U-Haul has been the No. 1 choice of do-it-yourself movers, with a network of 22,000 locations across all 50 states and 10 Canadian provinces. U-Haul Truck Share 24/7 offers secure access to U-Haul trucks every hour of every day through the customer dispatch option on their smartphones and our proprietary Live Verify technology. Our customers’ patronage has enabled the U-Haul fleet to grow to approximately 176,000 trucks, 127,000 trailers and 41,000 towing devices. U-Haul offers nearly 774,000 rentable storage units and 66.7 million square feet of self-storage space at owned and managed facilities throughout North America. U-Haul is the largest installer of permanent trailer hitches in the automotive aftermarket industry, and is the largest retailer of propane in the U.S.

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