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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.
Recurring updates cover earnings, adjusted gross margin, capital investment, regulatory initiatives, infrastructure programs, natural gas organic growth, transmission expansion projects, customer consumption, rate proceedings, dividends, and leadership or governance changes. Company-specific developments also include Florida City Gas, Peninsula Pipeline, Aspire Energy Express and other utility and pipeline operations subject to state utility commission or FERC oversight.
Chesapeake Utilities announced the initial injections of renewable natural gas (RNG) at its Radio Avenue injection point in Yulee, Florida.
This milestone comes from its RNG facility at Full Circle Dairy in Madison County, operated by FPU Renewables, under Florida Public Utilities Company, both subsidiaries of Chesapeake Utilities.
In its first month, the facility captured and transported approximately 4,700 dekatherms of RNG. The project, which began in February 2023, represents a $22 million investment and aims to produce 100,000 dekatherms annually.
The facility captures methane from dairy manure, reducing greenhouse gases significantly, equivalent to removing over 6,000 gasoline-powered vehicles or the energy consumption of 3,500 homes annually.
Chesapeake Utilities (NYSE: CPK) has been named Best for Corporate Governance in the United States by World Finance, an international publication by World News Media This is the second time the company has received this prestigious award, which recognizes its commitment to integrity, transparency, and accountability. The award underscores the leadership of the Board of Directors, the guidance of the management team, and the dedication of the employees. Jeff Householder, the company's CEO, emphasized the importance of leading by example in an evolving market. Jim Moriarty, the company's executive VP, highlighted that corporate governance is deeply embedded in the organization's framework. Chesapeake Utilities has previously received various accolades, such as Best Corporate Governance among North American Utilities by Ethical Boardroom and Governance Team of the Year by Governance Intelligence Magazine.
Chesapeake Utilities reported strong financial results for the first quarter of 2024, with an EPS of $2.07 and adjusted EPS of $2.10, showing a three percent increase year-over-year. The company saw adjusted gross margin growth of $35.0 million, driven by contributions from Florida City Gas (FCG), natural gas organic growth, pipeline expansion projects, and regulatory initiatives. Despite warmer temperatures impacting operating income, net income for Q1 2024 was $46.2 million, up from $36.3 million in Q1 2023.
Chesapeake Utilities (CPK) announced an 8.5% increase in its quarterly cash dividend, raising it from $0.59 to $0.64 per share. The annualized dividend rises from $2.36 to $2.56 per share, reflecting the Board of Directors' confidence in the company's growth strategy. The dividend will be payable on July 5, 2024, to shareholders of record as of June 14, 2024.
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