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We know that affordable, reliable, safe and efficient natural gas is key to a sustainable energy future. That's why we're focused on key initiatives like pipeline upgrades, energy efficiency programs and alternative energy sources that help protect the planet for future generations.
We were one of the first natural gas companies to commit to becoming a carbon neutral company by midcentury, leading the way for others to join us in the effort to care for our planet.
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Reducing methane emissions
Since 2005, we've reduced methane emissions from gas utilities (mains and services) by more than 51%, and by 2035, we're targeting a cumulative 73% reduction in emissions.
Decreasing leaks
As a result of our infrastructure upgrade program, leaks per 1,000 system miles decreased 13% from 2022. This marks a 62% reduction in leaks over the last five years. (Reporting period: Oct. 1, 2022 - Sep. 30, 2023)
Investing in infrastructure
We’ve invested more than $2.9 billion in our gas utilities over the last five years, with more than 57% of our investment dedicated to infrastructure upgrades — modernizing our distribution system and increasing safety. (Reporting period: Oct. 1, 2022 - Sep. 30, 2023)
Preventing pipeline damage
We have a comprehensive damage prevention program to educate stakeholders about the importance of calling 811 before digging projects begin to prevent accidental damage to our pipeline system. (Reporting period: Oct. 1, 2022 - Sep. 30, 2023)
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Energy-efficiency programs
Through our energy efficiency programs, participants reduced annual greenhouse gas emissions by over 18,330 metric tons of CO2e in 2023.
Rebates
Customers can reduce their energy usage and save money when they upgrade to high-efficiency natural gas appliances.
Weatherization
We offer no-cost support to help customers on a fixed or limited income weatherize their homes. A weatherized home can reduce the average annual fuel usage by 35%.
Since appointing Nick Popielski—now vice president of sustainability—as our first Head of Environmental Commitment in 2021, we now have a dedicated team established to analyze our business, understand our carbon footprint and implement our strategy and roadmap to meet our environmental goals by midcentury.
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ONE Future
By joining ONE Future, we're working together with a group of more than 50 natural gas producers, midstream operators and utilities to reduce methane emissions across the entire natural gas value chain.
Energy Capital Ventures
We're proud to be a founding limited partner of Energy Capital Ventures' new venture capital fund focused on driving natural gas innovation and research in clean energy solutions.
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Measuring our impact
Each year, we share the results of our environmental, social and governance (ESG) initiatives in our annual Sustainability report.
Shaping national policy
Spire leaders actively supported the enactment of the PIPES Act of 2020, which requires additional safety measures and increased leak detection processes to reduce methane emissions.
Sharing our commitment
Our award-winning ONE campaign is a bold, attention-grabbing effort to symbolize our commitment to the customers and communities we serve—and the planet we love.
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Renewable natural gas (RNG)
RNG is generated from purifying methane from existing waste streams like landfills, farms, wastewater and food waste. We're currently exploring projects to bring RNG to Missouri.
Hydrogen
We're currently studying hydrogen and its potential ability to be used as an alternative energy source for our gas distribution system.