SGA Blog

In the digital age, data centers have become the backbone of our interconnected world. These facilities host critical IT infrastructure and consume substantial energy to maintain uninterrupted operations. The surge in artificial intelligence (AI) and exponential data production underscores the need for consistent, reliable power, presenting a pressing opportunity for utilities to collaborate with the...

Dallas, TX – The Southern Gas Association is honored to announce the winners of the 2024 SGA Awards across eight categories: Tyler Tunic, Williams – Chair’s Rising Leader Atlanta Gas Light (Southern Company Gas) – Community Service ONE Gas – Corporate Communication Summit Utilities – Emergency Management Atmos Energy – Engineering Innovation Boardwalk Pipelines –...

Stay informed with the latest updates in code development and implementation! This month’s highlights: IECC 2024 Commercial Section Revisions: The International Code Council’s (ICC) proposed revisions in the final draft of the IECC 2024 Residential Section. Key changes to watch for include electric-ready provisions, solar-ready provisions, electric vehicle-ready provisions, and simulated building performance, to name...

-Suzanne Ogle, IRC, APR, CAE, CSR-P Today’s Supreme Court decision to reverse the Chevron deference carries significant implications for the natural gas industry. This decision, which stems from the 1984 case of Chevron v. The Natural Resources Defense Council, is a legal doctrine that compels courts to defer to a federal agency’s interpretation of ambiguous...

The 2024 LNG Symposium, held June 10 in Houston, brought together industry leaders, policymakers, and stakeholders for insightful discussions and knowledge sharing. The event provided a platform for experts to explore current trends, challenges, and opportunities in the LNG market. This recap highlights three key sessions from the symposium: Mitigating Risk in US Liquefied Natural...

In her Forbes article, Suzanne Ogle, President and CEO of the Southern Gas Association, explores the SEC’s new climate-related disclosure requirements. After extensive deliberation and legal challenges, the SEC’s rule, titled “The Enhancement and Standardization of Climate-Related Disclosures for Investors,” mandates that public companies disclose various aspects of their climate risk governance. Key aspects of...

The votes are in, and we are delighted to announce the SGA Award finalists. The SGA Awards are an annual industry and peer recognition program honoring best-in-class programs that can be used as a model for others. Southern Gas Association member companies of all types and sizes throughout North America submitted initiatives in seven categories:...

In this issue of The LINK, we discuss this year’s conferences, the benefits of promoting women to leadership positions, navigating SEC’s final climate rule, and explore a low-cost, long-duration solution for boosting energy resilience using natural gas pipelines.   People and businesses around the world depend on natural gas. Staying ahead of the curve in...

Empowering Success: Women’s Leadership Symposium Tuesday, October 22, 2024 Baltimore Museum of Art   Women are stepping into leadership roles across all sectors, from business and politics to science, energy, and technology. However, the journey to leadership equality is far from over. It requires continuous effort, support, and education. One powerful way to contribute to...