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As temperatures drop across the Southeast this weekend and into next week, causing heating systems to work harder and use more energy, Piedmont Natural Gas offers tips, resources and assistance programs to help customers stay comfortable while managing seasonal energy bills.

With temperatures expected to plummet across the Southeast early next week, heating systems will be working harder – and using more energy. Piedmont Natural Gas reminds customers of tips, tools and assistance programs that can help them manage seasonal energy bills and stay comfortable.

In the spirit of giving and to encourage sharing warmth with neighbors, the mayors of Charlotte, Fayetteville, Greensboro and Wilmington, N.C.; Greenville, S.C.; and Nashville, Tenn., have proclaimed Dec. 12, 2025, as “Share the Warmth Day” in their respective cities.

With colder-than-normal temperatures arriving across the Southeast early next week, Piedmont Natural Gas reminds customers of the company’s tips, tools and assistance programs to help manage seasonal energy bills.

In recognition of National Fire Prevention Week (Oct. 5-11), Piedmont Natural Gas is highlighting the importance of natural gas safety and reminding customers and communities that if you smell natural gas, get out fast!

Aug. 11 is National Safe Digging Day (also known as 811 Day) and Duke Energy and Piedmont Natural Gas are advising customers and excavators to call 811 at least three business days before beginning any outdoor project that involves digging.

April is National Safe Digging Month, and Duke Energy and Piedmont Natural Gas are recognizing the importance of calling 811 before starting any digging projects.

Duke Energy and Piedmont Natural Gas celebrate the 10th annual Natural Gas Utility Workers’ Day on March 18, 2025. The annual celebration spotlights natural gas workers’ role in providing nearly 189 million Americans with safe, reliable and affordable natural gas service every day.

With the coming of the new year and icy temperatures descending on the region, Piedmont Natural Gas encourages customers to make the resolution to take control of their energy bills in 2025 by taking advantage of the company’s tips, tools and assistance programs.

In the spirit of giving and to encourage sharing warmth with neighbors, the mayors of Charlotte, Fayetteville, Greensboro and Wilmington, N.C.; Greenville, S.C.; and Nashville, Tenn., have proclaimed Dec. 12, 2024, as “Share the Warmth Day” in their respective cities.