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Chesapeake Utilities Corporation reports developments from a diversified energy delivery business built around regulated and unregulated energy operations. The company distributes natural gas, electricity and propane, transmits natural gas, generates electricity and steam, and provides mobile compressed natural gas and other energy-related services.
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Chesapeake Utilities (NYSE: CPK) has completed its acquisition of Elkton Gas from South Jersey Industries, receiving final regulatory approval from the Maryland Public Service Commission. Elkton Gas, serving around 7,000 customers in Cecil County, Maryland, will operate as a wholly-owned subsidiary while retaining its local workforce. This acquisition allows Chesapeake Utilities to enhance its natural gas distribution in a growing region and leverage local operations. The company sees this move as a strategic fit for expanding its service capabilities.
Chesapeake Utilities Corporation (NYSE: CPK) will host a conference call on August 6, 2020, at 4:00 p.m. ET, to discuss its second quarter financial results. The earnings press release will be published on August 5, 2020, after market close. This diversified energy delivery company engages in natural gas and electricity distribution, among other services. Interested participants can call toll-free at 877.224.1468 to join the discussion.
Chesapeake Utilities Corporation (NYSE: CPK) announced a partnership with CleanBay Renewables to enhance renewable natural gas production in the Delmarva region. This collaboration aims to transport gas from CleanBay's Westover bio-refinery, capable of processing over 150,000 tons of poultry litter annually. The expected output is 765,000 MMBTUs of renewable gas, equating to energy for approximately 10,000 homes. This partnership supports environmental goals, potentially reducing greenhouse gas emissions by 550,000 tons annually and generating greenhouse gas credits.
Chesapeake Utilities Corporation (CPK) announced a partnership with Bioenergy DevCo to advance its Renewable Natural Gas (RNG) strategy. This initiative involves converting poultry waste into RNG through a $6 million gas processing plant, supported by an additional $7 million investment from its affiliates for transport infrastructure. The project aims to reduce carbon footprints, support local economies, and provide sustainable energy. Chesapeake Utilities is also negotiating other RNG opportunities, enhancing its natural gas portfolio while ensuring compliance with new gas quality standards accepted by the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission.