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Joining an SGA committee offers an incredible opportunity to grow professionally, expand your industry knowledge and collaborate with like-minded peers who share a passion for advancing the natural gas industry. Committees allow you to engage in meaningful conversations on business trends, share best practices and tackle the challenges shaping the future of natural gas. Beyond...

The latest issue of TheLINK newsletter from Southern Gas Association is filled with exciting updates and valuable content for natural gas professionals. This Q3 edition focuses on adaptability and continuous improvement, core values that guide SGA in delivering value to its members. The President’s letter from Suzanne Ogle emphasizes these principles and how they shape...

Stay informed with the latest updates in code development and implementation from the SGA Codes & Standards Committee! This month’s highlights: 2027 IECC Draft Shows Positive Signs for Natural Gas Customers: The draft Scope and Intent for the 2027 International Energy Conservation Code (IECC) clarifies that the code prioritizes safe and efficient energy use without...

At the heart of career advancement and industry success is continuous learning, and SGA’s All-Access Training program is doing just that—empowering employees across the natural gas industry to broaden their skills, knowledge and understanding of emerging industry trends. Whether you’re a new hire, rotational employee or a seasoned professional, the All-Access Training program allows you...

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...