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Propane Press
An informative newsletter for our customers
Volume XXX Summer 2009
Propane Powered Turbines take
“Camping” to New Heights
Big Sur’s Treebones Resort uses propane to power 100% of their facility
Camping resort? The raw beauty of the remote
wilderness and the breathtaking views of the
Pacific Ocean seamlessly marry with the luxuries
of a premier resort through the assistance of
Delta Liquid Energy (DLE) and the power of
propane. The result: Treebones Resort near Big
Sur, California.
We couldn’t be more pleased with the level of
service they provide.”
For reservations and other resort information,
please call 877- 4 BIG SUR, e-mail
[email protected], or visit
www.treebonesresort.com.
In This Issue:
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New Client:
Treebones Resort
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DLE: School Bus
of the Future
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On Shaky Ground:
Propane and
Earthquakes
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Aside from generating 100% of the electricity
for the resort’s light and appliances, the exhaust
from the cleaner-burning Capstone MicroTurbine
propane-powered generators is recycled in order
to heat the restaurant’s floors, the pool and
spa, and all of the hot water used for showers
and cooking. This state-of-the-art system
is a “green” system befitting of the natural
surroundings at Treebones.
A resort like none other, Treebones’
extraordinary amenities include a campground,
heated pool, restaurant, outdoor redwood bar
and patio, panoramic view of the Pacific …
and accommodation in 16 spectacular yurts.
Traditionally domed, portable tents used by the
nomadic peoples of central Asia, the yurts of
Treebones are a magnificent cross between a
cabin and a tent.—and cozy queen-sized beds
beneath the stars (visible through sky domes),
make this a “camping” experience like never
before!
A peek inside an elegant Treebones yurt: DLE’s advanced
propane system allows all the comforts of a resort amid
the raw beauty of a secluded seaside campsite.
The DLE team that established this wonderful
resort account was excited to pair their propane
with Treebones’ eco-conscious environment.
Because Treebones is completely off the grid
(removed from public utility services), they rely
almost entirely upon propane.
The resort’s owner, John Handy is impressed
with the staff at DLE. He said, “The staff of
Delta Liquid Energy has been so good to us.
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A Yurt with a View: Warmly-lit Treebones yurts offer
panoramic views of the Pacific Ocean on the breathtaking
Big Sur, California coastline.
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School Buses Lead the Way to a Brighter,
Fuel-efficient Future
DLE works with schools, fleet managers, and the State to encourage propane-powered vehicles
Delta Liquid Energy (DLE) knows that when it comes
to fuel, propane is a frontrunner in saving the planet.
Approved by the Environmental Protection Agency as a
clean alternative fuel, propane leads all transportation fuels
in producing the lowest greenhouse gas emissions (U.S.
Department of Energy’s Alternative Fuels and Advanced
Vehicles Data Center). Moreover, President Obama’s new
stimulus package, which encourages municipalities to use
alternatively fueled vehicles, offers government grants to
cover a portion of the cost of establishing propane refueling
infrastructures. Fueled by this compelling information, the
DLE team is leading a campaign to support the use of
propane-powered vehicles by commercial and municipal
fleets.
models when it comes to horsepower, torque, and towing
capacity, and which often offer a lower operating cost per mile
than their gasoline and diesel-run counterparts.
Lower price and fuel use tax credits are great incentives for
jumping on the propane school bus (or pickup, or van), but
perhaps the most persuasive factor of propane-use is the
savings it offers the environment. With nine retail bulk plants
throughout California, Delta Liquid Energy is a key player in this
propane motor fuel awareness campaign. Learn more about the
greenhouse gases (and the spending) you could cut by using
propane as an alternative fuel, by calling Ted Olsen at
(805) 239-0616.
Their most recent conquest in this crusade was an exciting
exclusive account with a subcontractor of the Los Angeles
County school district. Paso Robles DLE manager Ted
Olsen, who has traveled throughout California promoting
propane fuel, proudly orchestrated a five-year contract
that will provide the propane for the Los Angeles County
Special Needs school bus fleet and the promise for a less
polluted horizon for the children who ride them.
As the next generation of drivers learns the new school
of fuel-philosophy, other drivers are finding more options
among propane-powered consumer vehicles. The 2009
Roush Propane F-250 pick–up truck will be available
this fall, and the 2010 E 250 Van will arrive by year’s
end. Retrofits for 2007 and 2008 F150s have also been
approved by CARB. Olsen is working with Ford dealers
around the state to endorse the propane-fueled models,
whose performances are comparable to the gas-fueled
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A five-year contract will provide the propane for the Los Angeles County
Special Needs school bus fleet and promises a less polluted horizon for
the children who ride them.
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Service Locations
On Shaky Ground
What to do with Your Propane Tank
in the Event of an Earthquake
By taking a few simple propane-related safety precautions and discussing them with your
family, you can reduce the potential for devastating property loss, personal injury, or worse.
Be Prepared!
• Make sure you and your family know what propane smells like: propane has a strong,
unpleasant smell (like rotten eggs or a skunk’s spray).
• Show your family where the outdoor propane supply and indoor propane appliances are
located, and teach them how to turn them off.
• Consider anchoring or bracing your tank to help prevent it from moving, sliding, or falling
over during an earthquake. Contact DLE for more information.
• Clear the area surrounding your tank of any tall or heavy objects that could fall on it during
an earthquake.
• Install a carbon monoxide (CO) detector on every level of your home.
• Make a list of instructions on how to turn off electricity, propane, and water supplies, and
post the list in a convenient location that is made known to all family members.
San Luis Obispo County
1960 Ramada Drive
Paso Robles, CA. 93446
(805) 239-0616
Santa Barbara County
755 S. Blosser Road
Santa Maria, CA 93458
(805) 925-6050
Ventura County
1620 Lemonwood Drive
Santa Paula, CA 93060
(805) 525-3311
Antelope Valley
42165 North Sierra Hwy.
Lancaster, CA 93535
(661) 940-3120
Kern County
3400 Buck Owens Blvd.
Bakersfield, CA 93308
(661) 323-2700
Los Angeles County
12685 Foothill Blvd.
Sylmar, CA 91342
(818) 838-4400
After an Earthquake
• Remember: After an earthquake is over, you are not necessarily out of danger.
• Earthquakes can move, shift, or damage propane lines and tanks. Call DLE immediately if
any of these hazards exist.
• Never use a gas oven or range-top burner to provide space heating.
• Do not, under any circumstances, try to modify or repair valves, regulators, or other
appliance parts.
• If it is safe to do so, inspect your propane appliances for water damage or other problems.
If the appliances have electric components and have been exposed to water, they can
create a fire hazard.
LA & Orange County
1040 Price Street
Pomona, CA 91767
(909) 469-6756
Tulare County
321 E Noble Ave., Bldg A
Farmersville, CA 93223
(559) 747-0618
Remember: There is no earthquake season. Earthquakes can occur at any point in the year, in
any weather, at any time of the day or night. Contact your local DLE office with any questions
or concerns.
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