Propane
Alternative resource By:Jamiya
Is Propane Renewable?
Where is propane found on earth or is it produced with technology on a factory?
It comes from raw natural gas. Raw natural gas is about 90% methane and 5% other gases. http://www.rbnenergy.com/movin-down-the-line-conway-propane-to-janesville-on-mapl
How does propane work to produce energy for individuals and whole group or communities?
What are the uses for this energy?
Clothes Dryers
- Propane dryers dry clothes more efficiently and are less expensive to run than electric dryers saving about half the cost of electric dryers (U.S. Department of Energy).
- Propane dryers heat up to optimum drying temperatures faster, cutting drying time in half.
- Propane dryers quickly reach the temperatures needed to dry clothes evenly.
- The moist heat of propane dryers is less likely to burn or discolor fabrics than the heat produced by electric dryers.
generators
Are there products created through the use of this energy source?
http://www.thetwigshop.com/products/Propane-Tank-Gauge propane tank gauge
Propane lanterns
Who uses it???
What is the cost benefit to using this energy?
What is the environment impact
Refined fuels and petroleum products are perceived as pollutants and environmentally unfriendly. Propane is not only clean and environmentally friendly in its unused state, it produces exhaust emissions that exceed the requirements for clean fuel vehicles and surpass eco-friendly expectations in all aspects.http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tOPhvlhkbf0
What are some advantages and disadvantages?
Advantages:
Lower utility
Safe fuel
provides a warm cozy environment
Disadvantages:
Propane can blow up if improperly used
more expensive than most other natural resources;
Responsible for fires in boats, houses, etc.