Author: Shannon Jackson

Southeast Gas recently announced its 2023 Give Back to Schools contribution of $137,000 to 20 public school systems in Alabama. To date, local public schools received more than $1.7 million through the Give Back to Schools initiative and the more natural gas a school system uses, the more dollars that system receives. This program was established by Southeast Gas and its Board of Directors in 2010 and provides dollars to public schools based solely on their natural gas usage for the previous year. Board members work alongside Superintendents in each school system to determine the best way for funds to be allocated. “As a former educator, I understand the value of our school systems and the impact our local teachers, staff, and administrators make on students and the community,” said Southeast Gas Board Chair and Andalusia City Councilman Kennith Mount. “Much of our funding this year is allocated to technology…

Southeast Gas received an affirmed A2 issuer rating from Moody’s Investor Service on December 15, 2022. The A2 rating reflects the company’s sound cost recovery framework and steady fixed obligation charge coverage levels, given the company’s low operating cost structure and low leverage profile. Southeast Gas has limited future capital needs, mostly related to improvements to the system, which should help the company maintain its low leverage profile. The rating also reflects the company’s diversified sources of gas supply and robust hedging policies that help reduce fuel cost volatility. “This is excellent news for Southeast Gas and our stakeholders,” said Lori Messick, Southeast Gas Director of Finance and Administration and CFO. “Our A2 rating allows the company to secure the most competitive rates for upcoming projects, and equates to potential savings of thousands of dollars over the life of any financing we secure.” Southeast Gas is a public corporation created…

Each year, Southeast Gas employees and community members participate in local non-perishable food drives in the weeks leading to Thanksgiving. While many donations are directly from Southeast Gas employees, anyone is invited to make contributions at local offices. "On any given day in every community served by Southeast Gas there are families who do not have food to eat," said Southeast Gas Director of Corporate Services Shannon Jackson. "During the holidays, those needs are magnified, and while we can't help all, we can help some." Anyone wishing to make a contribution may do so at any of the following Southeast Gas locations (recipient organization designated beside office location): Abbeville (Abbeville United Methodist Church Food Pantry) Andalusia (Christian Service Center) Brundidge (Tennille Food Pantry) Daleville (Grace Place) Dothan (Wiregrass Area Food Bank) Elba (Church of Christ Food Pantry) Enterprise (Grace Place) Eufaula (Holy Redeemer Catholic Church) Greenville (Shepherd's Table) Headland (Fostering…

Southeast Gas announces Jimmy Black as Director of Community Development. A long-time employee of Southeast Gas with extensive experience in marketing and operations, Black will lead community outreach initiatives and build on established partnerships in the region for the company and region’s next phase of growth. “Jimmy Black was instrumental in the development of our Montgomery and Pike Road markets,” said Southeast Gas President and CEO Greg Henderson. “His proven leadership through established partnerships and collaboration efforts make Jimmy a natural fit as we add this greater emphasis on community development.” Southeast Gas already places a priority on helping elevate the communities it serves. In his new role, Black will provide businesses and community leaders with tools and resources to help enhance economic growth. “Working in this region and raising my family in this region, Southeast Alabama is the place I call home and the quality of life here matters…