Natural Gas Facts
Learn why natural gas is a top choice for reliable home energy.
How Much Do You Know About Natural Gas?
Natural gas is an excellent choice for homeowners seeking comfort, efficiency, and reliability. It offers consistent performance for heating, cooking, and other household needs while helping you save on energy costs. Known for its environmental benefits, natural gas produces fewer emissions compared to other fossil fuels, making it a cleaner energy source for your home.
There are many myths and misconceptions about natural gas, so we’ve put together some facts to help our customers learn more about it!
There are many myths and misconceptions about natural gas, so we’ve put together some facts to help our customers learn more about it!
Natural gas is composed primarily of methane. It is a naturally occurring form of energy.
Natural gas is environmentally benign and is transported primarily through a vast network of underground pipelines.
Natural gas is lighter than air, approximately 1/2 the weight, and will dissipate if allowed to reach the outside atmosphere.
Natural gas is non-toxic.
Natural gas flammability range is approximately 5 - 15% gas in air.
Natural gas is colorless.
Natural gas has a high ignition temperature, approximately 1163 degrees Fahrenheit.