Fueling Growth Across Southeast Alabama

At Southeast Gas, we’re more than a utility provider—we’re a committed partner in economic and community progress. Through strategic investments and tailored support programs, we help businesses, developers, and municipalities thrive across Southeast Alabama. From economic development to residential housing growth, our mission is simple: to deliver reliable natural gas service while helping power the future of our region.

Development Areas

Economic Development
Community Development
Residential & Housing
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Built for Growth

Southeast Gas keeps infrastructure spending in line with customer growth to provide flexibility with:

  • Incentives
  • Rebates
  • Loan programs

These tools help support new and expanding commercial, industrial, and residential projects—allowing us to meet rising demand without driving up costs.

Who We Are

Southeast Gas is a municipally owned natural gas provider serving the southeast quadrant of Alabama. We’re owned by 14 cities across our service area: Abbeville, Andalusia, Brundidge, Dothan, Elba, Enterprise, Eufaula, Fort Deposit, Greenville, Headland, Luverne, Opp, Ozark, and Troy. Each city is represented on the Southeast Gas Board of Directors, with oversight from mayors and local leaders who understand the unique needs of their communities.

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  • Largest public gas system in the U.S.
  • 1,700+ miles of distribution mains
  • 575+ miles of transmission lines

This extensive infrastructure enables us to deliver natural gas safely, efficiently, and dependably—while supporting long-term growth across our region.

Let’s Talk Growth

Explore our focused development areas:

We’re here to help guide you through opportunities, programs, and customized solutions that meet your goals and fuel your growth.

Why Natural Gas?

Energy costs can make up 30% or more of operating expenses for commercial buildings. That’s why natural gas is a smart investment—it’s reliable, cost-effective, and environmentally responsible.

Key Benefits:

  • Lower operating and maintenance costs
  • Reduced greenhouse gas emissions
  • Virtually no sulfur dioxide or particulate matter
  • Efficient direct-to-site delivery
  • Higher energy density with less waste

Whether you’re building a new development, expanding a plant, or revitalizing a downtown corridor, natural gas provides the energy backbone needed to grow confidently and sustainably.

Community Profiles

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Economic Development

Partnering to Power Progress Across Alabama

At Southeast Gas, we believe that economic development is about more than growth—it’s about building a future where communities, businesses, and industries thrive together. That’s why we actively partner with:

  • State, county, and city governments
  • Economic development agencies
  • Site selection consultants
  • Other utility partners
  • Business leaders
  • And more

Vince Perez

Director of Economic Development

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Griffin O’Connor

Economic Development Coordinator

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Target Industries

Our region is well-positioned to support growth in high-impact industries. Southeast Gas is especially focused on serving the needs of:

  • Advanced Manufacturing
  • Aerospace
  • Automotive
  • Battery Manufacturing & Technology
  • Bioscience & Pharmaceuticals
  • Chemicals
  • Data Centers
  • Defense
  • Distribution & Logistics
  • Food & Beverage
  • Forest Products
  • Metals & Advanced Materials

Together, we identify and support opportunities for job creation, infrastructure development, and long-term investment in Southeast Alabama.

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Economic Development Partners

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Community Development

Supporting Stronger Communities Across Southeast Alabama

At Southeast Gas, we believe in investing in the communities we serve. Through partnerships with local leaders, schools, and civic groups, we help support education, workforce development, and quality-of-life initiatives tailored to each area’s unique needs. From technical training programs to community improvement projects, we work to create opportunities that strengthen our towns and prepare them for long-term growth. Whether it’s upgrading infrastructure or supporting local causes, Southeast Gas is proud to help make our communities better places to live, work, and grow.

Jimmy Black

Director of Community Development

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Residential & Housing

Powering Progress at Home

Southeast Gas works closely with local and regional housing developers to meet the growing need for affordable, energy-efficient homes across Southeast Alabama. By offering project-specific rebates and incentives, we help make natural gas accessible to more neighborhoods—supporting both comfort and cost savings for homeowners.

We stay in tune with changing lifestyles and housing trends to ensure our communities are ready for the future—while still delivering the reliable energy families count on.

Mitch Thorn

Marketing & Communications Manager

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