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About natural gas

 

 
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​Consider the benefits

As one of the cleanest burning, most efficient fossil fuels available today, natural gas provides many benefits over other energy sources.

Natural gas is versatile

Use it to heat your home and your water, dry your clothes, cook your food, and to set a mood with the ambiance created by a gas fireplace. You can also use natural gas outdoors – for lighting, to barbecue, to heat your hot tub or swimming pool.

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Natural gas is safe and reliable

It has an impeccable safety record, and we're always ready to respond if you think you have a gas emergency.

Natural gas is piped directly into your home with virtually no interruptions to supply. It's always there when you need it and you never have to worry about running out of fuel or arranging for deliveries

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Natural gas is clean and green

Natural gas is virtually free of sulphur and nitrogen and produces significantly less particulate matter and fewer greenhouse gases than comparable fossil fuels, such as oil and coal. Choosing natural gas for heating may help reduce the province’s need for these fossil fuels.

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 Fueling our future

 

Natural gas is reliable and long recognized as a complement to BC’s hydro electric resources, and is a flexible partner with other energy sources.