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Nicor Gas maintains more than 34,300 miles of natural gas infrastructure across northern Illinois. In addition to gas lines, underground utilities may include water, sewer and communication lines, making it critical to identify what lies below before digging begins. #nicorgas #digging

More than 100 employees supported storage operations, working extended shifts before, during and after the period of highest demand. #nicorgas #heat #winter

With forecasts calling for continued cold weather and below-zero wind chills into next week, the company said crews remain on standby around the clock to meet customer demand and respond to emergencies. #nicorgas #heat #extremecold

Advocates say the combination of volatile gas supply prices and repeated utility rate increases is straining family budgets at a time when many households are already paying more for essentials like food and healthcare. #gas #prices

The Commission approved a $73 million rate increase for Ameren and $168 million increase for Nicor, which were more than 40% lower than what the utilities had requested. #gas #utilities #ameren

Nicor Gas’ natural gas storage system provides a significant contribution to the company’s ability to meet heating demands during extreme weather events. #tips

"This report shows that regulators must continue to apply that strict scrutiny to gas utilities statewide to avert the catastrophic fallout projected in the study.” #gasbill

Without access to natural gas, residents in Pembroke have been forced to heat their homes and cook with wood, propane gas or electricity, which has caused a significant financial burden for many. #penbroke

We are proud to partner with Sauk Village to host this job fair that will provide access to career training and job placement with some of our partner companies.