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Press Releases

2023 Press Releases

December 20, 2023
The Virginia Natural Gas Foundation Donates $60,000 to Address Food Insecurity in South Hampton Roads

December 13, 2023
Virginia Natural Gas warming local underserved families through donation of 250 coats

November 8, 2023
Virginia Natural Gas Foundation Provides Donation to an Ambitious Eco-Conscious Project

October 26, 2023
Virginia Natural Gas Honored as One of Hampton Road's Most Impactful Companies

October 10, 2023
Virginia Natural Gas Shares Bill Payment Assistance Programs Available for Customers

October 2, 2023
Virginia Natural Gas Appoints Shannon Pierce as Vice President of Strategy and Chief Administrative Officer 

September 18, 2023
Virginia Natural Gas Announces Customer Refunds and Fee Elimination Following Rate Request Approval 

August 14, 2023
Virginia Natural Gas named one of Hampton Roads’ Top Workplaces

August 9, 2023
Virginia Natural Gas urges residents to contact VA811 before starting any digging project this 8-1-1 Day

June 1, 2023
Virginia Natural Gas offers tips to keep your family safe during hurricane season

May 23, 2023
Virginia Natural Gas commits $250,000 to ForKids to assist in financial literacy programs

May 11, 2023
VNG employee brings safety training from work to home to help save lives

May 5, 2023
Virginia Natural Gas deploys new technology to aid restoration efforts following devastating Virginia Beach tornado

May 2, 2023
Virginia Natural Gas urges customers to begin storm season readiness during Hurricane Preparedness Week May 1-7

April 21, 2023
The Virginia Natural Gas Foundation celebrates Earth Day by presenting $34,000 grant to Norfolk State University to assist in waterway restoration and food inequity

April 18, 2023
The Virginia Natural Gas Foundation commits $75,000 to the Urban League of Hampton Roads to assist in financial literacy programs

April 13, 2023
Virginia Natural Gas now supplying up to one-half of customer’s energy demands through additional procurement of Next Generation Natural Gas

April 1, 2023
Virginia Natural Gas reminds community to “Call Before You Dig” during Safe Digging Month

March 21, 2023
Virginia Natural Gas receives approval from Virginia State Corporation Commission for renewable natural gas pilot program

March 10, 2023
Meet the Virginia Natural Gas Luminary who gives with her heart

January 17, 2023
Virginia Natural Gas opens new virtual call center in Virginia Beach as solution for improving customer service operations

2022 Press Releases

December 21, 2022
Virginia Natural Gas awards $750,000 to Salvation Army to assist in winter energy bill relief for residential customers

December 14, 2022
Virginia Natural Gas commits $100,000 to the Hampton Roads Workforce Council for regional internship program

December 9, 2022
Virginia Natural Gas Foundation commits $100,000 to support educational equity for students through An Achievable Dream Academy

December 5, 2022
Virginia Natural Gas procures additional Next Generation Natural Gas as part of its commitment to reduce greenhouse gas emissions

December 1, 2022
Virginia Natural Gas shares home safety tips for winter weather

November 15, 2022
Virginia Natural Gas reminds customers to protect themselves against utility scams

November 7, 2022
Virginia Natural Gas Foundation commits $40,000 to help create equity in communities through “Second Chances” program

November 2, 2022
Virginia Natural Gas employee celebrates golden anniversary

October 17, 2022
Virginia Natural Gas now hiring to attract the next generation of workers to the energy industry

October 7, 2022
Virginia Natural Gas reminds customers of bill payment assistance programs available for eligible households

October 5, 2022
Virginia Natural Gas invests in new technology to reduce emissions during pipeline inspection and repairs

September 16, 2022
Virginia Natural Gas taking steps to reduce methane emissions and protect environment through pipeline modernization project

August 11, 2022
National 8-1-1 Day highlights the importance of contacting VA811 before starting any digging project

August 3, 2022
Virginia Natural Gas and National Excavator Initiative get dirty with Mike Rowe to spread the word to contact 811 before digging

June 21, 2022
Virginia Natural Gas offers tips and tools to help customers save energy as temperatures climb

May 27, 2022
Virginia Natural Gas offers tips to keep your family safe during hurricane season

April 26, 2022
Virginia Natural Gas incorporates aerial drones to inspect natural gas infrastructure

April 25, 2022
Virginia Natural Gas incorporates artificial intelligence to help protect critical infrastructure

April 15, 2022
Good Samaritan from Virginia Natural Gas helps community by assisting in extinguishing car fire

April 1, 2022
Virginia Natural Gas reminds communities to “Call Before You Dig” during Safe Digging Month

March 28, 2022
Virginia Natural Gas partners with diverse businesses, spends $43M for goods and services in 2021

March 17, 2022
Virginia Natural Gas, a Top Workplace in Hampton Roads, is Hiring: Immediate Utility Worker Positions Available

March 9, 2022
Celebrating Women’s History Month: Meet Mary Kieley of Traffic Plan

February 24, 2022
Virginia Natural Gas awards $100,000 to Pharrell Williams’ YELLOWHAB school to fuel students with healthy meals

February 11, 2022
Being in the right time, right place helps save woman’s life

January 31, 2022
Virginia Natural Gas gifts new winter coats for local children in need

January 25, 2022
Virginia Natural Gas has a two-decade long bond with Polar Plunge

2021 Press Releases

December 20, 2021

Virginia Natural Gas named Utility Business Customer Champion in national study of utility engagement

December 1, 2021
Virginia Natural Gas shares home safety tips for winter weather

November 15, 2021
Virginia Natural Gas reminds customers to protect themselves against utility scams

October 25, 2021
Virginia Natural Gas offers energy-savings tips to help customers prepare for cooler weather and take control of energy bills

October 15, 2021
Virginia Natural Gas receives two Virginia Department of Energy industry excellence awards

October 12, 2021
Virginia Natural Gas reminds customers of Heating Assistance Programs available for eligible households 

September 22, 2021
Virginia Natural Gas dedicates pollinator garden habitat for threatened monarch butterflies

August 16, 2021
Virginia Natural Gas named a winner of the Southeastern Coastal Virginia Top Workplaces 2021 Award
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August 12, 2021
Virginia Natural Gas named a winner of the Southeastern Coastal Virginia Top Workplaces 2021 Award

August 11, 2021
National 811 Day efforts highlight the importance of contacting 811 before digging

July 12, 2021
Virginia Natural Gas named among nation’s most trusted utilities by business customers

July 7, 2021
Virginia Natural Gas connects customers with additional $1.6 million in Coronavirus Relief funding

June 29, 2021
Virginia Natural Gas shares important safety tips to prep for summer

May 28, 2021
Virginia Natural Gas offers tips to keep your family safe during hurricane season

April 5, 2021
Virginia Natural Gas reminds communities to dig safely as outdoor projects increase during Safe Digging Month

March 29, 2021
Virginia Natural Gas connects customers with Coronavirus Relief grants

March 18, 2021
Virginia Natural Gas never stops working for customers and communities

March 16, 2021
VNG natural gas worker describes journey to become utility’s first female team lead

March 1, 2021
Virginia Natural Gas makes donation to help provide heat for local women’s shelter

February 18, 2021
Virginia Natural Gas offers tips to help customers stay warm during extreme temperature swings

February 18, 2021
Virginia Natural Gas makes donation to Achievable Dream in honor of past president

February 17, 2021
Virginia Natural Gas “plunges their way” for Special Olympics

2020 Press Releases

December 18, 2020
Virginia Natural Gas holds virtual grand opening of New Kent Service Center

December 15, 2020
Virginia Natural Gas Files Application for VNG Interconnect with Virginia State Corporation Commission

December 7, 2020
Virginia Natural Gas provides warmer days for children with new winter coat donations

November 20, 2020
Virginia Natural Gas, Southern Company Award $220,000 to Norfolk State University for Critical Technology Needs

November 19, 2020
Virginia Natural Gas, Southern Company Award $500,000 to Hampton University for Critical Technology Needs

November 17, 2020
Virginia Natural Gas provides tips for customers to protect themselves during Utility Scam Awareness Week

November 11, 2020
Virginia Natural Gas salutes military members and families with donations to our community on Veterans Day

November 9, 2020
Virginia Natural Gas receives four Department of Mines, Minerals and Energy industry excellence awards

October 29, 2020
Virginia Natural Gas launches partnership with Nextdoor to share critical real-time safety information and company updates with customers and community

October 26, 2020
Virginia Natural Gas increases supplier diversity spending to help fuel more minority-owned businesses

October 19, 2020
From intern to employee, Virginia Natural Gas team member lands dream job

October 12, 2020
Virginia Natural Gas reminds customers of Heating Assistance Programs available for eligible households

September 28, 2020
Virginia Natural Gas acts to secure savings for customers through infrastructure upgrades and gas procurement strategies 

August 25, 2020
Southern Company Gas Names Robert Duvall President of Virginia Natural Gas

August 17, 2020
Virginia Natural Gas holds drive-thru school supply drive to benefit community students

August 10, 2020
National 811 Day (8/11) serves as convenient reminder to ALWAYS call VA811 before digging

July 31, 2020
Virginia Natural Gas Prepares for Hurricane Isaias

July 14, 2020
Customers select Virginia Natural Gas as one of the Most Trusted Business Partners among utilities in national survey

June 25, 2020
Virginia Natural Gas offers assistance for customers struggling during on-going pandemic

June 19, 2020
Virginia Natural Gas converts steam barge to natural gas to power naval ships and reduce environmental impacts

June 1, 2020
Virginia Natural Gas Files Rate Request with the Virginia State Corporation Commission

June 1, 2020
Virginia Natural Gas offers tips on how to prepare for hurricane season and keep your family safe before, during and after the storm

May 19, 2020
Virginia Natural Gas holds drive-thru food drive May 21 to benefit local Foodbanks

May 7, 2020
Virginia Natural Gas unveils plan to hire dozens of new workers across Southeast Virginia

April 15, 2020
Virginia Natural Gas and Southern Company Gas develops new, digital arcade for kids to stay engaged from home during National Safe Digging Month 

April 10, 2020
Virginia Natural Gas urges public to practice social distancing with field workers during COVID-19 pandemic

April 3, 2020
April is National Safe Digging Month

March 25, 2020
Virginia Natural Gas joins Southern Company Gas in donations to local nonprofits for Coronavirus response and relief

March 14, 2020
Virginia Natural Gas Provides Energy Assistance Resources

February 13, 2020
Virginia Natural Gas works with first responders to keep themselves and community safe

February 11, 2020
Virginia Natural Gas takes an icy plunge for Special Olympics

January 30, 2020
VNG partnership with The First Tee helps drive life lessons for students through golf

January 22, 2020
Virginia Natural Gas Named Utility Business Customer Champion by Cogent Business Study

January 2, 2020
For some Virginia Natural Gas employees, it's more than a job—it’s a tradition

2019 Press Releases

December 3, 2019
Infrastructure upgrades help Virginia Natural Gas customers save during colder months

November 27, 2019
Virginia Natural Gas Supplier Diversity program expands annually to have big impact for local businesses

November 21, 2019
Virginia Natural Gas volunteers ensure longleaf pine restoration project gains firm footing

November 12, 2019
Virginia Natural Gas receives Community Impact Award

November 8, 2019
Virginia Natural Gas adds new communications platform to keep you informed

October 24, 2019
Virginia Natural Gas raises the bar on lowering emissions, signs deal for next generation natural gas

October 21, 2019
Virginia Natural Gas receives two Industry Excellence Awards

October 7, 2019
Heating Assistance Programs available for eligible households, now is the time to prepare for colder weather

October 1, 2019
Now is the time to prepare for colder weather with energy-saving tips from Virginia Natural Gas

September 30, 2019
Virginia Natural Gas breaks ground on New Kent facility

September 17, 2019
Employees rank Virginia Natural Gas as Top Workplace for 2019

September 10, 2019
For 10 years, Virginia Natural Gas has been helping customers become more energy efficient

September 4, 2019
Virginia Natural Gas prepares for Hurricane Dorian

September 3, 2019
Virginia Natural Gas-sponsored grant supports continued restoration of Elizabeth River

August 23, 2019
Three VNG employees can add Hero to their resume

August 19, 2019
VNG employee fuels career as first graduate of Experiential Learning Program at TCC

August 5, 2019
Virginia Natural Gas recognizes National 811 Day and safe digging practices 

July 8, 2019
Virginia Natural Gas scholarship helps propel local college student through business school

July 1, 2019
Virginia Natural Gas Named One of the Top 20 Trusted Business Partners Among Utilities

June 10, 2019
$50K Donation from Virginia Natural Gas Helps Keep Urban Trail Clean

May 31, 2019
Virginia Natural Gas Offers Tips to Keep You Safe Before, During and After Severe Weather

April 1, 2019
April is National Safe Digging Month

January 18, 2019
Virginia Natural Gas offers tips to help keep you warm and stay safe during winter weather, Winter Storm Harper

January 2, 2019
Virginia Natural Gas to Lower Customers’ Rates by $13.9 million to Share Savings from Federal Tax Reform Law

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