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NAOHSM Honors ‘Superheroes of Service’
The National Association of Oil Heating Service Managers’ (NAOHSM) 57th Annual Convention and Trade Show took place in Providence, R.I., from May 23 to 27, and saw professionals from various trades, including Oilheat, plumbing, HVAC, and chimney services, gather for education and networking.
This year’s theme was “Superheroes of Service,” and according to Judy Garber, executive administrator of NAOHSM, this year’s convention was “a tribute to the men and women who make our industry shine.”
Many home heating companies have looked at propane as another product to market to customers. Our August issue takes a closer look at offering propane services.
NEFI Action Center: From Washington
Jim Collura, NEFI vice president for government affairs, writes about the Home Star legislation, which would consist of consumer rebates for home efficiency retrofits and could provide a boon to Oilheat equipment manufacturers and service providers.
Planning for Hedging Success
Hedging programs have become more complicated than ever, and also more important, as the industry has faced extreme volatility with crude prices. Oil & Energy spoke with hedging experts from a variety of companies, from wholesalers to hedging specialists, to learn about the latest programs they offer and what to expect from the market in the face of new financial legislation.
Accounting for Hedging
Joe Ciccarello of accounting firm Gray, Gray & Gray writes about the details that home energy providers need to consider before setting up any hedging programs. Ciccarello can be contacted at (781) 407-0300 or jciccarello@gggcpas.com for more information.
NAOHSM Honors ‘Superheroes of Service’
The National Association of Oil Heating Service Managers (NAOHSM) recently held their annual convention and trade show in Providence, R.I. The conference included educational seminars, as well as fundraising efforts for charities the industry supports and an awards banquet to honor those who have provided great service.
Oil Market Stance: Apple Slices
Mark Skaparas of Hedge Solutions looks to the computing industry for lessons that can be very useful for those in the energy industry as well. Skaparas can be reached at mark@hedgesolutions.com or (800) 709-2949.
Biz Tip: Confronting Dyed Diesel Penalties
Cloyd Van Hook, a tax attorney with Guarisco & Cordes, writes that when a company is facing penalties for buying or selling dyed diesel, there are numerous courses of action, such as appealing the likely fine. For more information, Van Hook can be contacted at cloyd@gctaxlaw.com or 504-587-7007.
Biz Tip: Price Protection 2.0
Anonius Van Wijngaarden and Myles Tryder of Boston Oilheat Financial say that not all hedging programs are created equal and offer advice for home energy providers of all sizes who are looking for different strategies. Boston Oilheat Financial can be reache at (877) 700-6454 or www.bostonoilheat.com for more information.
Online Exclusive: Boston Oilheat Financial Presents Price Protection Case Study
Bioheat: Priming the Pump for Higher Blends
Paul Nazzaro, petroleum liaison for the National Biodiesel Board, looks at the future of biofuels and how the industry is working to approve fuels and equipment for blends above 5 percent. Nazzaro can be reached at (978) 664-5923 or paulsr@fuelsolution.com.
Education: NEFI Welcomes Midwest Biofuel Group
Bob Messia, head instructor, and Andrea Medina, education coordinator, write about the latest classes and events at the NEFI Education Foundation, including seminars on hydronics and power venting, as well as a visit by 40 Midwestern soy farmers to learn more about biofuel use in Oilheat.
See these topics and more in this month's edition of Oil & Energy Magazine!
Until Next Month,
Steven Andrews,
Managing Editor
