As a member of the Alaska community, ENSTAR works hard to inform consumers of circumstances that will impact Southcentral Alaska's natural gas market.

The following documents have information to help ENSTAR's customers better understand the local market and factors that influence it.

May 2008

• The Alliance Presentation: Given May 8, 2008
• May 2008 Newsletter: Information on using the 811 "Call Before You Dig" number to request FREE utility locates, and why it is important to get locates before digging on any project.
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April 2008

March 2008

• 'Bullet Line' could shoot down fuel cost: Mat-Su Valley Frontiersman article 4-8-2008
• Idea of gas line has a history: ADN article 4-6-2008
• Alaska State Senate Resources Committee Presentation: Given March 12, 2008
• March 2008 Newsletter:  Get valuable information on Emergency Preparedness, including how to turn off your gas in case of an earthquake or other natural disaster.  Also, learn about the new Alaska 2-1-1 program offered by United Way.
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February 2008

• ENSTAR's new charges and fees to take effect March 1, 2008.
• February 2008 Newsletter: ENSTAR executives briefed Governor Palin on the progress of Cook Inlet gas supply negotiations.  Also in this newsletter, learn the importance of having someone check on your home's heating system operation daily if you are away.
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January 2008

• January 2008 Newsletter: Learn about the dangers of Carbon Monoxide poisoning, and what you can do to keep your home safe from this silent killer.
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• State, LNG owners look to the long term: ADN article 1-16-2008

December 2007

• December 2007 Newsletter: Gas prices to decline in 2008.  Due to a gas cost adjustment, customers will see a decrease of about 2% beginning January 2008. 
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November 2007

• Press Release: ENSTAR Natural Gas Prices to Decrease in 2008.
• Commercial Rate Adjustment: Application period closed November 7.
• November 2007 Newsletter: ENSTAR provides the lowest natural gas price in the country.  Compare ENSTAR's rates with those in other regions of the United States in this month's edition.

• Press Release: Regulatory Commission of Alaska approves Cap Rock Holding Corp's acquisition of SEMCO Energy (Parent of ENSTAR Natural Gas Company).
• RCA Press Release: Regulatory Commission of Alaska encourages preparation for winter heating season.
• October 2007 Newsletter: Be earthquake ready with information on what to do when an earthquake strikes, how to turn off your gas, and governmental agency contact information for your area. 
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September 2007

• Press Release: Colleen Starring takes the helm of ENSTAR Natural Gas Company.
• September 2007 Newsletter: Learn important information about hot water safety to prevent burns.
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May 2007

• 811 Press Release:  On May 1st, the new 811 "Call Before You Dig" number was introduced nationwide.
• May 2007 Newsletter: On May 1st, the new 811 "Call Before You Dig" number was introduced nationwide.
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April 2007

• ENSTAR in Juneau: ENSTAR & SEMCO management sat down with legislators & Governor Palin on April 16th, click on the link to see their presentation.
• ENSTAR Files Motion to Intervene Concerning Kenai LNG Plant with D. O. E.
• Cap Rock Holding Corporation: ADN article on 4-21-2007
• Petroleum News 4/29/07

February 2007

• Press Release: SEMCO Energy (Parent of ENSTAR Natural Gas Company) to be acquired by Cap Rock Holding Corp.
• Kenai Presentation: Given to The Alliance down in Kenai on 2-20-2007.
• February 2007 Newsletter: Learn valuable information about carbon monoxide and what one should do if their CO detector alarms.  Also, see why it is so important that you keep your meter free of snow and ice.
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January 2007

• January 2007 Newsletter:  ENSTAR executives met with Governor Palin to discuss the need for a secure, low cost supply of natural gas.  Also in this newsletter, learn how to handle earthquakes and natural gas leaks.
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• Press release:  Press release sent out on January 3, 2007 to remind customers to keep their meters free of snow and ice.
• Anchorage Chamber Presentation:  Presentation given on 1-8-2007
• RCA Public Hearing Presentation:  Given 1-24-07

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Page updated: Friday May 09, 2008