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We’re excited to announce that the voting period for the 2025 SGA Awards is open! SGA Members have a unique opportunity to help recognize the leaders, innovators and teams making a significant impact in the natural gas industry. The competition is fierce across eight categories, and your vote will help determine which nominees advance as finalists. How to...

Stay informed with the latest updates in code development and implementation from the SGA Codes & Standards Committee! This month’s highlights: 2027 IECC Code Development: The draft Scope and Intent for the 2027 International Energy Conservation Code (IECC) clarifies that the code prioritizes safe and efficient energy use without eliminating any fuel type, good news...

In the ever-changing landscape of the natural gas industry, recognition is the key to inspiring innovation and celebrating excellence. The nomination period for the 2025 SGA Awards is open through April 4, 2025, and we’re here to guide you through the straightforward process of putting your team in the spotlight. Why Nominate?   Get National...

Press Release: Gas Training Association (GTA) Announces Dissolution; Collaboration with Southern Gas Association (SGA) to Sustain Training Programs   Frisco, TX – The Gas Training Association (GTA) Board of Directors has made the strategic decision to dissolve the organization, becoming effective by the end of 2024. To ensure the sustainability and accessibility of the critical...

As the push for cleaner energy intensifies, carbon sequestration has emerged as a critical solution in reducing CO₂ emissions, particularly within the natural gas industry. But how can states and private entities navigate the complex regulatory environment surrounding carbon capture and storage (CCS)? This article from Mr. Kole A. Akers breaks down the intricacies of...

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 –...