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Dominion Energy Reminds Customers of Available Energy Assistance
By Ohio Energy Reporter | Feb 13, 2024
Dominion Energy, a leading provider of electricity and natural gas, is reminding its customers about the Low-Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP) and other available resources to help with energy costs. Last week, Dominion Energy representatives attended LIHEAP Action Day on Capitol Hill to raise awareness about the program and mobilize support."We understand the cost of utility bills can impact vulnerable households and we want our customers to know we’re here to help,” said Sam Dozier, general manager of customer service at Dominion Energy. "Last year,...
Protect Yourself: Dominion Energy Shares Signs of Utility Scams as Spring Approaches
By Ohio Energy Reporter | Feb 8, 2024
In preparation for the upcoming spring season, Dominion Energy is warning customers about the potential increase in scam activity. As the temperatures start to rise, scammers may use various methods such as door-to-door visits, phone calls, or text messages to target unsuspecting individuals. Bob Metzinger, the general manager of Customer Service at Dominion Energy Ohio, emphasizes the importance of staying vigilant against these scams, stating, "Scammers never seem to take a day off. We continually hear about new ways scammers are approaching our customers to get their...
Dominion Energy Offering Energy-Saving Incentives for Small Businesses and Nonprofits
By Ohio Energy Reporter | Feb 6, 2024
Dominion Energy South Carolina is providing small businesses and nonprofits with an attractive incentive to make energy efficiency improvements. Eligible organizations can receive a 95% incentive, up to $6,000, for upgrading their lighting and heating and cooling systems. This incentive is 5% higher than the standard offer for program participants.Annika Goodson, program manager at Dominion Energy, expressed the company's commitment to helping customers improve their energy efficiency while keeping costs low. She stated, "We are continuously looking for ways to assist our...
Columbia Gas sponsors new exhibit at Hocking Hills Children’s Museum
By Ohio Energy Reporter | Feb 4, 2024
On January 16, the Hocking Hills Children’s Museum opened its doors, offering an interactive space for children aged six months to ten years and their families. The museum includes a toddler-friendly soft play area, a water section with fishing rods and waterfalls, and a dig pit sponsored by Columbia Gas of Ohio.
Final Federal Approvals for Dominion Energy's Coastal Virginia Offshore Wind Represent Another Major Milestone Towards Successful Project Completion
By Ohio Energy Reporter | Jan 30, 2024
Dominion Energy has announced that it has received the final federal approvals necessary to begin construction on its Coastal Virginia Offshore Wind (CVOW) project. The Bureau of Ocean Energy Management (BOEM) has provided its final approval of CVOW's Construction and Operations Plan (COP), while the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers has issued a permit to allow for permitted impacts to U.S. waters."We are thrilled to see the Coastal Virginia Offshore Wind project receive two major approvals that will place the nation's largest offshore wind farm right off the coast of...
Dominion Energy Declares Quarterly Dividend of 66.75 Cents
By Ohio Energy Reporter | Jan 26, 2024
Dominion Energy, a leading energy company, has announced that its board of directors has declared a quarterly dividend of 66.75 cents per share of common stock. This announcement was made on January 26, 2024, and the dividends will be payable on March 20, 2024. Shareholders of record at the close of business on March 1, 2024, will be eligible to receive the dividends.According to Dominion Energy, this dividend payment marks a significant milestone as it is the 384th consecutive dividend that the company or its predecessor company has paid to holders of common stock. This...
Dominion Energy Launches EnergyShare Program with the Salvation Army to Help Families in Crisis
By Ohio Energy Reporter | Jan 25, 2024
Dominion Energy Ohio has recently announced the commencement of its EnergyShare program in collaboration with local Salvation Army offices. The program aims to provide assistance to families facing financial hardships due to unemployment or family crises. Dominion Energy's EnergyShare program offers support by covering energy bills for customers who have exhausted all other forms of assistance.To be eligible for a one-time EnergyShare assistance payment, individuals must reside in the Dominion Energy service area, be a Dominion Energy customer, and fulfill certain...
Dominion Energy Offers Tips to Manage Energy Bills as Temperatures Drop
By Ohio Energy News | Jan 17, 2024
CAYCE, S.C. (Jan. 17, 2024) – Dominion Energy is providing simple solutions to help customers manage their energy usage and bills this winter as temperatures drop. Gerald Freeman, program manager for Dominion Energy South Carolina, emphasizes the importance of monitoring energy use to reduce monthly bills. He states, "By monitoring your use of energy, not only can you see a difference in your energy consumption, you can also help reduce your monthly bill."For customers with smart meter technology, Dominion Energy offers the convenience of monitoring daily energy usage and...
How Customers can Conserve Natural Gas and Cut Costs this Winter
By Ohio Energy News | Jan 16, 2024
GASTONIA, N.C. – Dominion Energy is reminding customers of programs and tools to help them manage their natural gas use and hold down costs during the colder months. Dominion Energy expanded its conservation program offerings in recent years to provide customers with more options to help them reduce their energy usage and bills.According to Rusty Harris, Vice President and General Manager of Dominion Energy North Carolina-Gas, "Natural gas use increases this time of year, and we have a number of programs available to help our customers manage their bills, including free...
Columbia Gas Encourages You to Protect Your Family: Carbon Monoxide Awareness Month
By Ohio Energy Reporter | Nov 2, 2023
COLUMBUS, Ohio – Nationwide, November is recognized as Carbon Monoxide Awareness Month. Columbia Gas wishes to take this opportunity to raise awareness of the dangers of carbon monoxide in the community to help keep everyone safe."Despite the fact that natural gas does not contain CO, it can be generated when there is insufficient oxygen for fuels to burn correctly," said a spokesperson from Columbia Gas.The gas company emphasizes the importance of having fully functional CO detectors in your home on every level and in every room where someone sleeps. "Remember to test...
Special Reconnect Order Begins October 16 for Winter Heating Season
By Ohio Energy Reporter | Oct 12, 2023
The Public Utilities Commission of Ohio (PUCO) has announced the commencement of the 2023-24 Special Reconnect Order (SRO) for Columbia Gas of Ohio customers. Starting from October 16, 2023, until April 15, 2024, customers will have the opportunity to reconnect their service or avoid disconnection during the winter heating season for a fee of $175, along with a $36 reconnection fee if the service has already been disconnected.According to the PUCO, customers who wish to take advantage of the SRO program must establish a payment plan for any outstanding balance they may...
Enroll now in the 2023-2024 Columbia Gas Budget Plan
By Ohio Energy Reporter | Aug 1, 2023
Columbia Gas of Ohio is encouraging its customers to sign up for the 2023-2024 Budget Plan to get a head start on their winter heating bills. The Budget Plan is designed to help customers manage the impact of winter heating costs by spreading the total cost of heating more evenly throughout the year.According to a company spokesperson, "The Budget Plan is the best option for customers to manage the impact of winter heating bills by spreading the total cost of heating more evenly throughout the year."One of the key benefits of the Budget Plan is its year-round rolling...