Our Story
About our Charitable Foundation
Southern Company Gas began its story more than 160 years ago with a commitment to provide clean, safe, reliable, and affordable energy to the communities we serve and to protect our environment. As part of our legacy, we strive to uplift our hometowns and empower our neighbors through charitable giving and volunteer experiences that fuel possibilities, improve communities and grant access to sustainable resources.
Reducing Emissions Together
When it comes to lowering greenhouse gas emissions, we’re in it together. By increasing the availability of renewable natural gas (RNG) and providing carbon offset options at some of our subsidiaries, we’re working alongside our customers to improve energy sustainability. RNG performs like natural gas but is not a fossil fuel. It comes from waste methane captured from landfills, farms and food waste – reducing emissions from these sites. Carbon offset options also provide customers with opportunities to further reduce their climate impact.
Women's History Month Spotlight: Tina Marquez
Women’s History Month isn’t just about looking back. For industry pioneers like Tina Marquez, it’s a time to look to the future. Reflecting on a successful career at Nicor Gas, Tina hopes to inspire her children, grandchildren, and girls in STEM to shatter glass ceilings.
Tina’s hard-earned hardhat sits atop 30 years of experience in a typically male-dominated field. After working as a stay-at-home mom for six years, Tina joined the company reading gas meters for what was then called Northern Illinois Gas. Tina carved her own path growing into multiple leadership positions at what is now Nicor Gas, worked as a distribution mechanic in Crystal Lake, ultimately landing her in the role of Superintendent of Central Region Transmission in Elk Grove.
With her two young children in tow throughout much of her early career, she chose to view any hurdles as learning opportunities.
“For my children growing up with a working mom, especially one working in a male-dominated industry, showed them there was no societal ‘norm’ that could keep them from cultivating a life they wanted for themselves - more so for my daughter,” Tina said. “I taught her that it’s OK to pursue a non-traditional job and to be strong and not feel intimidated. At the same time, I wanted my son to see that his mother could do a physical job and hold her own, and it taught him to respect and advocate for women no matter what line of work they’re in.”
Camp GADgET - Girls Adventuring in Design, Engineering and Technology
Nicor Gas employee teaches Camp Gadget program students what she does in the field.
Camp GADgET – Girls Adventuring in Design, Engineering and Technology – holds a special place for Tina as summer program that exposes middle and high school girls to science, technology, engineering, and math (STEM). Tina served on GADgET panels introducing girls to potential futures in manufacturing and engineering, and she views the program as a launchpad for young women leaders.
Tina Through the Years
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“I am a huge advocate for young ladies participating in these camps,” she said. “These girls are the future, and the more they see women in non-traditional jobs, the more inclined they will be to take that leap of faith. I hope that I can inspire, mentor, encourage and develop confident, strong leaders for the future of our organization and our industry.”
Company Commitments
Atlanta Gas Light is committed to providing clean, safe, reliable, affordable natural gas to our customers and communities. To sustain that commitment, we must continually enhance and expand our natural gas infrastructure.
Social Justice
In 2021, we provided $66 million to advance racial equity and social justice as part of a $225 million commitment.
Social Justice
In 2021, we provided $66 million to advance racial equity and social justice as part of a $225 million commitment.
Social Justice
In 2021, we provided $66 million to advance racial equity and social justice as part of a $225 million commitment.
Social Justice
In 2021, we provided $66 million to advance racial equity and social justice as part of a $225 million commitment.
Social Justice
In 2021, we provided $66 million to advance racial equity and social justice as part of a $225 million commitment.
Putting Safety First
The safety of every family we serve is paramount to us. We work around-the-clock to safely provide our customers with the service they need — 24 hours a day, 365 days a year.
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Setting rigorous operating standards
Our team is equipped to keep our communities safe, so they can respond when called upon.
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Continuous monitoring
Regular inspections of our systems ensure safety, security, reliability and resiliency.
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Safety training that exceeds regulations
That's because putting safety first is not just a top priority, it's our number one value.
Why We Serve
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Where We Serve
Learn about our charitable giving and volunteer efforts
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Our Focus Areas
Social Justice
We collaborate with community leaders committed to protecting human rights and equal access to opportunities for all. We are dedicated to advancing social justice and supporting direct pathways of inclusion through criminal justice reform, equity in education, energy justice and other initiatives dismantling systemic barriers to equity.
Environmental Stewardship
We support work to conserve, protect, and sustain our environment for future generations. We partner with organizations focused on conservation and preservation of our natural resources. Our goal is to preserve and protect the environment for the benefit of generations to come.
Economic Mobility
We support organizations and initiatives that propel people and communities forward. We aspire to provide equitable access to the education, resources, and personal and professional development tools they need to achieve economic success and maintain financial stability.
Community Enrichment
We support organizations and initiatives that propel people and communities forward. We aspire to provide equitable access to the education, resources, and personal and professional development tools they need to achieve economic success and maintain financial stability.
Our Impact
Facts about our charitable giving and volunteerism in 2023.
CHARITABLE GIFTS
Awarded from Southern Company Gas and the Southern Company Gas Foundation.
MAKE A DIFFERENCE
Nonprofit organizations supported through grants.
CONNECTING COMMUNITIES
Volunteer hours dedicated to working alongside our local partners and neighbors across the country.
IMPACT AREAS
We support local efforts to make a positive impact on issues that matter most in communities across four states including Georgia, Illinois, Tennessee and Virginia.