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www.fueloilnews.com | FUEL OIL NEWS | AUGUST 2016 11 FUELS EIA NE WS PROPANE EXHIBIT OPENS AT NATIONAL MUSEUM OF INDUSTRIAL HISTORY IN BETHLEHEM, PA. After several decades of hard work, research, artifact collection and countless hours of volunteer time, a permanent exhibit showcas- ing the history and contributions of the propane industry opened Aug. 2. The display is part of the Smithsonian-affiliated National Museum of Industrial History in Bethlehem, Pa. The official ribbon cutting for the museum on Aug. 2 will be followed by a propane industry event scheduled for Saturday, Sept. 10. The mission of the National Museum of Industrial History, in affiliation with the Smithsonian Institution, is to forge a connection between America's industrial past and the innovations of today by educating the public and inspiring the visionaries of tomorrow. It will celebrate the accomplishments of inventors, industrialists and workers, while preserving a record of industry's advancements from the mid-1800s to the present. This museum dubbed, "the Museum about Building America," recognizes propane as one of the key pillars in the founda- tion of American industry, along with steel and textiles. It comprises a 1,200 sq. ft. education center with more than 200 historically-sig- nificant artifacts on display throughout. Over 50,000 vis- itors are expected annually. The propane portion of the museum will include i n t e r a c t i v e e x h i b i t s , a s well as a mock hot air bal- loon and aerial footage of the propane supply chain from production to cus- tomer—showcasing many a p p l i c a t i o n s a n d u s e s . Industry artifacts include digital images of the origi- nal stock certificates and demonstration equipment from Gasol, the company started by Walter O. Snelling, the inventor of propane; to equipment, ad campaigns and many historical images. The facility also offers permanent storage for many of the industry archives collected over the last several decades. The Young Gassers organization, which took the reins of this project when the Ancient Gassers merged into their group, has also been archiving a digital collection of nearly 2,000 historical images which continues to grow. These will eventually be available online for use, with permission, by propane industry members. The building donated to this effort is a former Bethlehem Steel facility. The company was incorporated in December 1904, when it was acquired by Charles Schwab, who built it into the second largest steel company in the country. More importantly, Bethlehem, also known as Christmas City, USA, has a number of highly popular tourist events including art, music, Celtic and Christmas festivals that are known throughout the region, attracting a steady flow of visitors. Industry members are welcome to attend the ribbon cutting, but are encouraged to be part of the later industry celebration. STUDENT VIDEOS FOCUS ON ENERGY SOLUTIONS FOR THE NEXT GENERATION; AMERIGREEN SPRING ESSAY CONTEST SHOWCASES CREATIVE THINKING AMERIgreen Energy and their 100% American Fuel dealers hosted a Video Essay Challenge as a way for students to express their thoughts on energy solutions for the future. Students cre- ated 30-second videos focused on one of the question prompts related to what is the best energy source for the future. The contest was open to students in grades 1-12, as well as under- graduate college students. High school and undergraduate college student entrants vied to win college scholarships and elementary and middle schoolers were eligible for special location ticket packs. From all the submissions, AMERIgreen selected the Top 5 videos for both age groups. The videos were posted on AMERIgreen's social media pages and the winners were chosen by the most online votes by audience likes. "We were so impressed with the video submissions from stu- dents—they were extremely passionate, creative and you could tell they had done a lot of research to get the facts right. They made us really encouraged and hopeful," said Steve McCracken, AMERIgreen CEO of energy services. "We also want to thank our 100% American fuel dealers that garnered community sup- port from area schools, teachers and customers to encourage students to enter the contest." Winning videos from the High School Division: 1st Place (tie), winner of $2,000 College Scholarship, Lexy from Manheim, Pa. Lexy's video focused on the future of U.S. energy, and what part biofuels plays in that picture. She ref- erenced biofuels' domestic sources, reduced emissions and opportunity to create a better future for the next generation. 1st Place (tie), winner of $2,000 College Scholarship, Alexandra from Malvern, Pa. Alex's video depicted a world of clean, renewable alternative fuels for our energy future. She emphasizes that when one person cares and works to make a difference it matters—and the choice begins with you. 3rd Place, Winner of $500 College Scholarship, Injee from Belle Mead, N.J., Injee's video focused on biofuels as a renewable energy source with many new feedstocks in development, and it is a secure energy source for generations to come. Winning videos from the Middle School Division: 1st Place, Winner of 4 tickets to Hershey Park, Hannah from Downingtown, Pa. Hannah's video focused on nuclear energy as the energy source for the future. A mock hot air balloon on display at the museum. Such balloons use propane heaters to ascend.

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