UGI Energy Services Blog

After enduring a long winter with frigid temperatures, the much-awaited gardening season is now in full bloom! Gardening, a pastime for millions, is one of the greatest pleasures of warm weather.

If your business location has a garden, you’re already contributing to the planet's greenery. But why stop there? With a few tweaks, you can transform your garden into an eco-friendly endeavor, saving on your energy bill and making your garden healthier. Read on to discover Earth-friendly gardening tips for businesses that not only help you save water and energy but also minimize your company’s environmental footprint.

Small businesses – from hospitality and retail to manufacturers and logistics companies and numerous other industries – are the backbone of our country. They’re the economic engines sustaining communities across the country, supporting jobs as entrepreneurs pursue their passions and fulfill their dreams.

This National Small Business Week, we salute America’s small businesses, their employees, and their contributions to driving America’s success.

October is Energy Awareness Month, when organizations, industries, and leaders unite to promote energy efficiency and conservation. For commercial industries like yours, this presents an opportunity to make a positive impact on the environment, reduce your operational costs, and enhance your corporate social responsibility. Explore these 10 creative and effective ways to celebrate Energy Awareness Month.

We’re in the thick of another school year, and your educational organization should consider not only the academic aspects but also the environmental impact of daily operations. Schools can consume a lot of energy, but some simple changes and a collective effort can make a substantial difference in energy conservation.

While we daydream about our fantastic Thanksgiving dinners, and lament how fast turkey day has come and gone, it’s time to change gears because another holiday is on its way!

Summer has ended and we’re officially in the cool weather of fall, preparing for winter weather. The colder months often bring higher energy bills for business owners. For many, heating your building is one of your largest expenses. According to U.S. Energy Information Administration data, commercial businesses use about 28% of the total energy consumption in the U.S.