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U-Haul of Branson Opens Solar-Powered, Off-Grid Propane Station

Business Wire•27/10/2026•15:40 ET
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Key Highlights

  • ➤U-Haul opened its first off-grid propane station in Branson, Missouri.
  • ➤Solar energy powers the propane pump, with propane available as backup.
  • ➤Station has served customers since September with pay-at-the-pump service.
  • ➤U-Haul offers propane refill and tank exchange at more than 1,500 locations.

Expert Statements

Kayra Holloway, U-Haul field relief manager

“Utilizing this skid system allows U-Haul to offer customers a cost-effective service while supporting environmental sustainability.”

Kayra Holloway, U-Haul field relief manager

“These advancements also provide an added layer of protection for the community during emergencies, like severe weather events, by ensuring propane remains available even when electrical power is unavailable.”

U-Haul of Branson Opens Solar-Powered, Off-Grid Propane Station

U-Haul International has announced the opening of its first propane station that operates off the grid, using stored solar energy to power the pump and utilizing propane as a backup source.

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