Catherine Erasmus is the third generation in her family to work in the energy business. She owns Taylor Energy, a company that has been a staple in the Broad Brook (East Windsor) area for 86 years. Located on the Buckeye Pipeline, Taylor Energy serves 34 towns across Connecticut, from Avon to Norfolk to Windsor Locks, as well as several towns in Western Massachusetts.
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“We sell low-sulfur fuel with a B20 biodiesel blend,” Erasmus explained. “Biodiesel is a renewable fuel, and you don’t need to change your equipment to use it. If you already heat with home heating fuel, you can switch to this greener alternative without the added expense of an upgrade.”
Erasmus discussed the new direction of the home heating fuel industry in a recent episode of the Mission Possible podcast. The podcast, produced by the Connecticut Energy Marketers Association (CEMA), explores the evolution of the home heating fuel industry in Connecticut and the region while highlighting the exceptional customer service that the industry provides.
At a time when some state leaders and regulators in Hartford are pushing for a shift toward electric heat pumps and away from home heating fuel, Erasmus believes consumers should have the right to decide what works best for them.
“I’m all for consumer choice,” Erasmus said. “People should be able to do what’s right for their families. Sometimes that means choosing electric heat, natural gas, or home heating oil. Connecticut consumers are smart and know what works for them. They deserve the right to make that choice, not have the government decide for them.”
Looking to the future, Erasmus is optimistic about her industry and envisions a time when home heating fuel in Connecticut is 100% renewable biodiesel.
You can hear the full interview with Erasmus on the Mission Possible: Delivering Cleaner, Greener Fuel Today podcast, available on YouTube, Spotify, and other podcast platforms.