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Fleet Electric Vehicle (EV) and Charging Considerations Whitepaper
By Ohio Energy News | Jan 15, 2024
A recent whitepaper has been released, highlighting the importance of considering EV charging infrastructure when deploying fleet vehicles. As electric vehicle adoption continues to rise, understanding the operational profile and charging requirements of these vehicles is crucial in order to optimize costs, streamline deployments, and facilitate future growth.The whitepaper emphasizes that electric vehicles are increasingly becoming a viable solution for transportation, particularly for vehicle fleets. This includes a wide range of fleet deployments, from passenger...
Piedmont Natural Gas Offers Tips to Save Money and Energy in Frigid Temperatures
By Ohio Energy News | Jan 12, 2024
As frigid temperatures sweep across the Southeast, Piedmont Natural Gas is providing customers with tips and resources to help them manage their home energy use and save money on their energy bills. According to Sasha Weintraub, senior vice president and president of Piedmont Natural Gas, even with the downward trend in the cost of natural gas, some customers may still struggle with paying their monthly bills or be looking for opportunities to keep their expenses down.To help customers manage their energy use during colder temperatures, Piedmont Natural Gas offers several...
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...