Subsidiary & Community News
Chesapeake Utilities Named 2017 Kent County Tourism Partner of the Year
Dover, Delaware —Chesapeake Utilities Corporation (NYSE: CPK) announced today that its natural gas local distribution division, Chesapeake Utilities, was named 2017 Kent County Tourism Partner of the Year in recognition of the Company’s collaboration on creating a positive environmental impact, and advancing tourism, within Kent County. The award was presented by the Kent County Tourism Office during the 27th annual Celebration of Tourism in Kent County on November 2 at Dover Downs in Dover, Delaware. “Chesapeake Utilities is delighted to support responsible growth and promotion of tourism in our region,” said Shane Breakie, Director of Energy Services for Chesapeake Utilities. [...]
Dr. Ronald G. Forsythe Jr., Chesapeake Utilities Corporation Board Member, Among Savoy Magazine’s 2017 Most Influential Black Corporate Directors
Dover, DE – Chesapeake Utilities Corporation (NYSE: CPK) announced that Dr. Ronald G. Forsythe Jr., a member of the Board of Directors since 2014, has been named one of the 2017 Most Influential Black Corporate Directors by Savoy Magazine. A national business publication reporting on African-American success and achievement, Savoy Magazine issues an annual listing of prominent executives, influencers and achievers contributing leadership to corporate boards. “I am honored to be named to Savoy Magazine’s 2017 Most Influential Black Corporate Directors,” said Dr. Forsythe. “I very much appreciate the opportunity I have to contribute to Chesapeake Utilities Corporation, its Board [...]
Chesapeake Utilities Corporation Named Top Workplace for Sixth Consecutive Year
Dover, DE – Chesapeake Utilities Corporation (NYSE: CPK) (Chesapeake Utilities) announced that the Company has been recognized as a Top Workplace for the sixth consecutive year in 2017. This honor is based entirely on feedback from Chesapeake Utilities’ employees, who were surveyed by Energage, a research firm that specializes in organizational health and workplace engagement, formerly known as Workplace Dynamics. In Delaware, Energage partners with The News Journal to publish the survey results. To measure organizational health and workplace engagement, Energage administers anonymous employee surveys to identify top-ranking organizations. The survey measures how well companies set a clear direction for [...]
Food Bank of Delaware and Employees of Chesapeake Utilities Corporation Partner to Give Children and Families a Nutritious Start Back to School
Dover, DE – Chesapeake Utilities Corporation (NYSE: CPK) wrapped up its fifth annual Chesapeake Summer Cares Volunteer Program in August as more than 165 Delmarva employees and family members partnered with the Food Bank of Delaware’s Milford facility and the Maryland Food Bank – Eastern Shore in Salisbury, MD. Employees from the Company’s Chesapeake Utilities, Eastern Shore Natural Gas, Sandpiper Energy and Sharp Energy business units, as well as the corporate office, packed more than 5,300 kid-friendly, nutritious meals to be put into backpacks for children in need and sorted produce and canned goods to keep the shelves fully stocked. [...]
CHESAPEAKE UTILITIES CORPORATION TO PROVIDE NATURAL GAS TO PENINSULA REGIONAL MEDICAL CENTER COMBINED HEAT AND POWER PLANT
Dover, DE – Chesapeake Utilities Corporation (NYSE: CPK) (Chesapeake Utilities) will provide natural gas to power a 3MW combined heat and power (CHP) plant at Peninsula Regional Medical Center (PRMC) in Salisbury, Maryland. Representatives from Chesapeake Utilities joined hospital and state officials in a commissioning event held on August 18 where Maryland Governor Larry Hogan spoke about the economic and environmental benefits of the CHP plant. According to the Environmental Protection Agency, CHP plants currently account for 8 percent of U.S. electricity generating capacity, and are a critical tool needed to reduce carbon emissions and generate energy significant cost savings [...]
FLORIDA PUBLIC UTILITIES COMPANY ACQUIRES THE PROPANE OPERATING ASSETS OF CHIPOLA PROPANE GAS COMPANY
Fernandina Beach, Florida — Florida Public Utilities Company (FPU), a subsidiary of Chesapeake Utilities Corporation (NYSE: CPK), announced today that its propane subsidiary, Flo-Gas Corporation, has purchased the propane operating assets of Chipola Propane Gas Company in Marianna, Florida. “We are very excited to grow our propane presence in Northwest Florida as we continue to expand the scope of our services in this community,” said Kevin Webber, Vice President of FPU. “We look forward to continuing to provide safe, reliable and affordable energy services in the region.” Chipola Propane Gas, a family-owned and operated business founded in 1961, has been [...]
Chesapeake Utilities Corporation Subsidiary Acquires the Assets of ARM Energy Management
Dover, Delaware – Chesapeake Utilities Corporation (NYSE: CPK) (Chesapeake Utilities) announced today that its wholly-owned subsidiary, Peninsula Energy Services Company (PESCO), has acquired the assets of ARM Energy Management (AEM), a natural gas marketing company servicing commercial and industrial customers in Western Pennsylvania. PESCO is the Company’s non-regulated energy marketing business that has been providing energy services to commercial and industrial customers in the Southeast, Mid-Atlantic and Mid-West regions. “AEM’s services are an excellent strategic fit for PESCO and Chesapeake Utilities,” said Michael P. McMasters, President and Chief Executive Officer of Chesapeake Utilities Corporation. “This acquisition will allow us to [...]
EIGHT FLAGS ENERGY CHP PLANT HONORED WITH 2017 SOUTHEASTERN ELECTRIC EXCHANGE INDUSTRY EXCELLENCE AWARD
The Southeastern Electric Exchange, Inc. (SEE) recognized the Eight Flags Energy Combined Heat and Power Plant as a 2017 Industry Excellence Award winner in the Production category at the SEE Annual Conference and Trade Show in Baltimore, Maryland. Pictured from left: Bryan Olnick, VP Operations, Florida Power & Light and Chairman, Engineering & Operations Committee for SEE; Warren DiNapoli, Senior Operations Manager Northeast & Northwest Division, Florida Public Utilities; Mark Cutshaw, Director, Business Development & Generation, Florida Public Utilities; and Jim Collins, Executive Director, SEE. Dover, Delaware – The Southeastern Electric Exchange, Inc. (SEE) has recognized the Eight [...]
Chesapeake Utilities Corporation Announces Executive Appointments
Dover, Delaware – Chesapeake Utilities Corporation (NYSE: CPK) announced today five executive appointments for team members of the corporate office as well as for the Company’s Chesapeake Utilities, Peninsula Energy Services Company (PESCO) and Sharp Energy business units. “Our Company’s growth and powerful energy is made possible through the dedication of our employees,” said Michael P. McMasters, President and Chief Executive Officer of Chesapeake Utilities Corporation. “Each of these employees embody a great commitment to our Company’s strategic growth and our values of aspiring and caring. I am very proud to have them on our team, advancing our Company’s mission [...]
CHESAPEAKE UTILITIES CORPORATION EARNS NATIONAL SAFETY AWARD
Dover, Delaware – Chesapeake Utilities Corporation (NYSE: CPK) (Chesapeake Utilities) announced today that its subsidiary, Florida Public Utilities Company (FPU), has earned a Safety Achievement Award from the American Gas Association (AGA) for excellence in employee safety. The selection was based on criteria that included professional and personal commitment and dedication to improving the operations and engineering sectors of the natural gas industry through safety, accident prevention and research. The awards for 2016 were presented at the AGA’s Operations Conference in Orlando, Florida. “Safety is our top priority and we are committed to promoting a positive safety culture throughout our [...]
CHESAPEAKE UTILITIES CORPORATION TO EXPAND NATURAL GAS SERVICE TERRITORY IN FLORIDA
Dover, Delaware – Chesapeake Utilities Corporation (NYSE: CPK) (Chesapeake Utilities) announced today that the Company has entered into an agreement with Pensacola Energy to transport natural gas to the City of Pensacola and other industrial users in the surrounding area in Escambia County. This project will increase Chesapeake Utilities’ footprint in Northwest Florida while complementing its natural gas, propane and electric services throughout the state. The expansion in the Company’s Florida service territory means residents and businesses of the City of Pensacola and the surrounding area will have greater access to this clean energy option. “As our Company grows throughout [...]
BALTIMORE FLEET VEHICLES CAN SAVE MONEY, REDUCE EMISSIONS WITH SHARP ENERGY’S NEW AUTOGAS FUELING STATION LOCATED NEAR BWI AIRPORT
Dover, Delaware – Sharp Energy, Inc., the largest propane retailer on the Delmarva Peninsula and a subsidiary of Chesapeake Utilities Corporation (NYSE: CPK) (Chesapeake Utilities), announced today that it has constructed and placed into service an AutoGas propane fueling station for fleet vehicles located near the Baltimore/Washington International (BWI) Airport. Airport shuttles, school bus companies, and commercial fleets can use this new fueling station to power their fleets with propane, a preferred alternative fuel option that reduces emissions and yields savings. “We’re excited to add this propane fueling station to the Company’s growing network of clean, reliable and affordable energy [...]
CHESAPEAKE UTILITIES CORPORATION ANNOUNCES INCREASED GRANT LEVELS FOR 2017 ENERGY BILL ASSISTANCE
DOVER, DELAWARE – Chesapeake Utilities Corporation (NYSE:CPK) (Chesapeake) today announced the availability of grants through its SHARING program, a non-profit organization that makes funds available to the Company’s natural gas and propane customers living on the Delmarva Peninsula who need financial assistance paying their gas bills or repairing their gas appliances. This year, income eligible grants for as much as $750 are available to those in need. In addition to the annual grant, a new, $100 grant is available for income eligible customers who complete an approved Energy Conservation course through First State Community Action Agency’s Community Energy Centers. First State's [...]
CHESAPEAKE UTILITIES CORPORATION INITIATES NATURAL GAS SERVICE IN OCEAN CITY, MARYLAND
Dover, Delaware — Chesapeake Utilities Corporation (NYSE: CPK) (“Chesapeake Utilities”) announced today that Sandpiper Energy (“Sandpiper” or “the Company”), a wholly-owned subsidiary, is now delivering natural gas to the Town of Ocean City, Maryland. The Company expects to make more than 250 conversions to natural gas for residents and business owners through the end of May, before the start of the tourism season. The upcoming Ocean City conversions are part of the Company’s ongoing initiative to increase the energy options for residents. “Our team is excited to have made progress in its commitment to providing natural gas to residents and [...]
CHESAPEAKE UTILITIES CORPORATION’S COMBINED HEAT AND POWER (CHP) PLANT NAMED “BEST CHP PROJECT OF THE YEAR”
Dover, Delaware – Power Engineering magazine has named the Chesapeake Utilities Corporation (NYSE: CPK) Eight Flags Energy Combined Heat and Power (CHP) Plant “Best CHP Project of the Year.” The award was announced during the POWER-GEN International exposition in Orlando, Florida on December 13. "This award is meant to recognize innovative and creative power projects that play a unique role in meeting local and regional demand for power,” said Power Engineering Editor-in-Chief Russell Ray. “The Eight Flags Energy CHP Plant goes above and beyond in meeting these standards." “The Eight Flags Energy CHP Plant is a strategic solution designed to [...]
