AmericanGas
CONTENTS aug/SEp10
VolUME 92 | NUMbEr 7
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Energy Efficiency: Consider the Source—When the full fuel cycle is measured, natural gas is a clear green energy choice. Natural Gas in the Wake of Climate Change Legislation—Natural gas utilities may find it wise to shift their business model from energy provider to energy service provider.
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President’s Message
By Sandra r. SaBo—From the point of extraction to end use, the full fuel cycle captures true energy efficiency—and shows that natural gas truly delivers.
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In the Know
32 an Online power Boost
By dan GiBSon—If knowledge is power, the AGA website, www.aga.org, can boost your performance with a wealth of tools, tips and resources.
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Safety First
Alleviating the Strain—Newer products can mean a less painful experience for leak-repair workers.
36 Vendor News
Industry leaders share the latest developments on technology and their companies. 11
DEparTmENTS
Industry News
Enrollment in natural gas customer choice hits record high in 2009; carbon cuts biggest U.S. business concern in climate change debate; emerging technologies to fuel energy efficiency programs; Hawaii gas utility, GM plan hydrogen fueling station pilot program
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Places to Be Noteworthies Marketplace Advertisers’ Index Jobline Facts on Gas
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Table of Contents for the Digital Edition of American Gas - August/September 2010