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Energy donated an additional $ 1.6 million to dozens of nonprofit organizations across the state.
“ Doing right by the communities where we live and work is part of our DNA at Atmos Energy. We began supporting Mighty Moms in 2024, for example, which is a collective of several mothers who have grown it from a gathering of friends to a thriving organization that operates a food pantry and conducts meal programs to provide families with nutritious food and essential resources. We also conduct natural gas safety workshops for city officials, fire departments, police, and other first responders to provide valuable training for emergency response situations. Last year, the Louisiana division hosted 36 natural gas safety workshops attended by more than 1600 first responders. We strive to make a difference in these communities, whether it’ s by supporting students, working with local food banks, or showing appreciation to our heroes.”
Building on this community engagement, Atmos Energy is supporting sustainability initiatives by collaborating with municipal solid waste( MSW) landfills, which are the third-largest source of human-related methane emissions in the US, to transport renewable natural gas( RNG). With methane having a global warming potential more than 25 times greater than carbon dioxide, reducing methane emissions is crucial to achieving near-term benefits that contribute to a wider goal of mitigating global climate change. As RNG is produced from organic waste sources like landfills, farms, and wastewater plants, MSW facilities represent a unique opportunity to capture, convert, and use landfill gas as a renewable energy resource. RNG can then be used similarly to conventional natural gas for heating, electricity generation, and industrial use.
“ The River Birch landfill in Louisiana is a great example of how we are helping companies transport RNG to market,” Oric elaborates.“ The 920-acre facility just outside of New Orleans
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