Connecticut lawmakers have renewed calls to end state regulations that prohibit propane tank refueling by anyone other than a tank’s owner, Stamford.patch.com reports. Most home propane tanks are owned by the gas supplier. So the state regulation forces homeowners to buy propane from a single gas company and stops gas customers seeking lower rates elsewhere. […]

Cold weather rules to protect low-income energy consumers are kicking in across the country as the heating season gets into full swing. Minnesota’s Cold Weather Rule took effect on Saturday and runs through until April 15, istockanalyst.com reports. Before a utility such as gas, oil, propane or electric can disconnect service, the company must try […]