FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
Toledo, Ohio, June 22, 2026 — Bergquist Inc., one of the most established propane equipment distributors in the United States, today announced a strategic partnership with EC POWER Inc., a global high-efficiency micro combined heat and power (micro-CHP) systems provider, to accelerate deployment of micro-CHP solutions nationwide.
The partnership was created in response to growing U.S. demand for on-site power generation, lower energy costs, and grid resilience, particularly in commercial, institutional, and propane-served markets. Bergquist will serve as a national distributor of EC POWER’s XRGI® 25 micro-CHP system and will install two XRGI® 25 systems in its own facilities for demo and training purposes. By partnering with EC POWER, Bergquist is expanding its role from equipment distribution into technical leadership and structured market development for micro‑CHP. This will enable propane dealers to participate in the growing on‑site power market without assuming engineering or execution risk while staying true to the long‑term, relationship‑driven values of a family‑owned enterprise.
“As the propane industry evolves, our customers are asking us to help them solve energy challenges that require proven, scalable technology supported by deep engineering expertise,” said Lauren Clark, President and CEO of Bergquist, Inc. “EC POWER brings decades of real‑world micro‑CHP experience and a product platform that aligns naturally with propane‑served markets. Just as importantly, they understand that CHP will not scale in the U.S. without a strong enablement model around dealers, training, and lifecycle support.”
Propane dealers occupy a unique position in the U.S. energy landscape, serving remote and grid-constrained regions, maintaining long-term customer relationships, and supporting heating and standby generation. The XRGI® 25 is well‑suited for U.S. commercial and institutional customers but requires trusted relationships, dealer alignment, technical competence, and a repeatable sales and delivery model. This partnership leverages Bergquist’s existing propane dealer relationships to dramatically reduce customer acquisition friction and accelerate adoption.
“Bergquist is not treating micro‑CHP as a product they hand off to the market—they are actively building the technical, organizational, and training capabilities required to support dealers and customers throughout the entire project lifecycle,” said Anders Thorsen, CEO of EC POWER Inc. “That commitment allows us to scale responsibly, maintaining performance, quality, and customer confidence as volume grows. Together, we are combining proven technology with a purpose‑built go‑to‑market engine that removes traditional barriers to CHP adoption and opens a large, underserved segment of the U.S. energy market.”
To underscore its commitment to the new power generation market, Bergquist appointed Amy Berg to lead its newly formed Marketer Growth Solutions (MGS) team. The MGS team will guide propane marketers as they evolve into on-site energy providers by offering expert support and technical assistance for products like the XRGI® 25 micro-CHP unit.
“More than 30 years ago, EC POWER was founded on the belief that efficient, decentralized energy could play a meaningful role in the future energy landscape,” said Bjarne Bogner, Founder & CEO of EC POWER A/S. “Seeing that vision now extend into the U.S. market with a partner like Bergquist is something I am both proud of and encouraged by. Their commitment to building a structured and long-term market approach reflects the same values that have guided EC POWER from the beginning.”
About Bergquist Inc.
Founded in 1963 and based in Toledo, Ohio, Bergquist Inc. is a family‑owned and operated distributor of propane equipment and energy systems, serving propane marketers, contractors, and energy service providers across the United States. For more than six decades, the company has built its reputation on technical competence, logistics reliability, and long‑term customer relationships. Beyond distribution, Bergquist consistently invests in training, application expertise, and technical support, positioning itself as a trusted resource for complex propane‑based energy systems and not solely as a transactional supplier. For more information, please visit https://bergquistinc.com.
About EC POWER Inc.
Founded in 1996 in Denmark with U.S. headquarters in Smithfield, Rhode Island, EC POWER is a family‑owned energy technology company specializing in high‑efficiency micro combined heat and power (micro‑CHP) systems. With more than 20,000 units installed worldwide, EC POWER brings nearly three decades of real‑world operating experience to commercial, institutional, and multi‑family residential energy markets. EC POWER systems are designed to integrate seamlessly into building energy infrastructure, delivering simultaneous on‑site electricity and usable heat with predictable performance over extended lifecycles. Through its partnerships, EC POWER aims to unlock under‑served propane‑based and distributed energy markets, providing customers with practical solutions for energy cost reduction, operational resilience, and long‑term system reliability. For more information, please visit https://ecpower.com.