Programs featured in parent company AVANGRID’s new Sustainability Report, out this week in celebration of Earth Day The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency and Department of Energy have once again recognized United Illuminating (UI), Southern Connecticut Gas (SCG) for their ongoing work to help customers reduce energy bills and fight climate change through the ENERGY STAR program. These … Read more
UI, SCG and CNG offer virtual and on-site services along with new incentives for insulation and equipment Income-eligible residents and landlords can now sign up for no-cost weatherization services and incentives offered through AVANGRID, Inc. subsidiaries United Illuminating (UI), Southern Connecticut Gas (SCG), and Connecticut Natural Gas (CNG). The Home Energy Solutions Income Eligible (HES-IE) program is … Read more
With 80K customers restored, National Guard, Central Maine Power, and out-of-state contractors boost field presence to 800+ personnel United Illuminating announced Thursday that it has restored a total of 80,000 customers as it continued to expand its restoration effort with the arrival of additional crews and contractors, as well as National Guard assistance. Meanwhile, the company said it … Read more
Downed wires can be live and dangerous even if there’s no sign they’re energized United Illuminating, subsidiary of AVANGRID, Inc., today urgently reminded customers to stay far away from downed wires and other hazards caused by Tropical Storm Isaias. The storm is projected to bring powerful gusts capable of toppling trees and limbs and causing … Read more
UI, SCG and CNG Launch No-Cost Virtual Pre-Assessments to Help Residents Reduce Energy Use and Lower Utility Bills Customers receive recommendations and an energy-saving bundle of energy-efficient lighting, power strips, and more With many Connecticut residents working and spending more time at home, personal energy usage is likely to be higher than normal. To help … Read more
Customers reminded to monitor forecasts and avoid downed wires United Illuminating, a subsidiary of AVANGRID, Inc., is preparing for a wind and rain storm forecast for Monday that could bring damaging winds capable of causing service interruptions. Current forecasts call for rain and thunderstorms starting Monday morning, with gusty winds picking up during the day … Read more
United Illuminating, (headquartered in Orange)in partnership with local Community Action Agencies and Operation Fuel, will host a series of outreach events to increase public awareness about energy assistance, winter service protection and other programs that can help customers pay their bills and maintain service all year long. Customers are invited to attend the sessions to learn about payment arrangements, financial and medical hardships, matching payment programs, energy efficiency programs, winter service protection … Read more
United Illuminating, Southern Connecticut Gas and Connecticut Natural Gas, subsidiaries of AVANGRID, Inc. (NYSE: AGR), are urging customers to take measures to stay safe and warm during the bitterly cold weather that is forecast for the region. Temperatures are expected to plunge into the single digits overnight, with potential wind chills dropping well below zero. Connecticut Gov. Ned Lamont … Read more
United Illuminating, a subsidiary of AVANGRID, Inc., is monitoring forecasts and preparing for a predicted Nor’easter that could bring heavy rain and strong, gusty winds across the state Wednesday evening and throughout the day Thursday. Forecasters predict rain starting Wednesday afternoon and winds that are expected to intensify overnight, with gusts reaching 40-45 mph and continuing through Thursday evening. These wet, windy conditions could damage trees and take … Read more
Representatives from the Connecticut Energy Efficiency Board (EEB) attended a facility tour of Watson, Inc. on Wednesday, June 12. Vice President Gavin Watson (center) presented various sustainability efforts and energy efficiency initiatives implemented at the West Haven/Orange facility, which produces ingredient systems and products for the food and supplement industries. Watson explained that they were … Read more