Keeping Home Heating Affordable in NH with ULS Heating Oil
By Joseph Sculley, Energy Marketers Association of New Hampshire
Fall is right around the corner and winter’s not far behind, which means that soon you’ll be thinking about how to keep your New Hampshire home comfortable and warm for your family. I’m fortunate enough to speak with many homeowners across our state just like you, and because of that I’m aware that the cost of heating is a major concern. Luckily, ultra-low sulfur heating oil—also called ULS heating oil—is available right now to help save on home heating costs while doing what’s right for our environment. Let’s take a closer look at what makes ULS heating oil so valuable.
ULS heating oil has just 15 ppm sulfur content, compared to traditional heating oil at 4,000 ppm, and one of the ways it helps keep costs low is through improved energy efficiency. Heating systems using ULS heating oil operate more efficiently because ultra-low sulfur heating oil produces fewer deposits in boilers and furnaces. This means that new, high-efficiency heating systems using ultra-low sulfur heating oil require less frequent maintenance, have a longer lifespan, and produce fewer emissions and less environmental impact. As a result, families experience lower fuel consumption, translating into reduced heating bills.
In addition to improving efficiency and cost savings, ultra-low sulfur heating oil offers environmental benefits. The reduction in sulfur emissions helps decrease the formation of sulfur dioxide, a significant contributor to acid rain and respiratory problems. ULS heating oil is often blended with biodiesel to create Bioheat® fuel, which reduces greenhouse gas emissions even further and supports our state’s commitment to sustainability and clean energy. For environmentally conscious residents of our state, using ULS heating oil is a way to align cost savings with broader environmental goals.
Another critical aspect of ultra-low sulfur heating oil is its role in stabilizing heating costs. First and foremost, while ULS heating oil runs most efficiently in a new, high-efficiency heating system, ultra-low sulfur heating oil can also be used in the heating equipment you already have. This means that if it isn’t time to upgrade your household’s heating equipment just yet, you can still enjoy the cleaner burn and improved efficiency of ULS heating oil. Second, relying on ultra-low sulfur heating oil means that less fuel is needed over the heating season, providing a buffer against the volatility of global oil prices. This is particularly important in a state like New Hampshire, where winter heating can represent a significant portion of a household’s annual expenses. For families already stretched thin by other costs and inflation, these savings are a welcome relief.
In conclusion, ultra-low sulfur heating oil is more than just a heating solution for New Hampshire families; it is a vital tool in managing winter expenses and supporting environmental health. ULS heating oil helps to lower heating costs, reduce harmful emissions, and promote a more sustainable energy future. As New Hampshire continues to embrace this innovative fuel, the benefits for both individual households and the broader community will only grow. Readers can learn more about all the benefits of ultra-low sulfur heating oil at CleanOilHeatNH.com.