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INSIDE 4 What is Site Efficiency 5 Breathe Easier Thanks to Natural Gas 6 Relaxing Hot Showers 7 Preferred Natural Gas Products 8 Transform Your Backyard 10 Feel the Heat 12 Elevate Your Cooking 13 Conquer the Laundry and Your Day 14 Add Home Value How to Qualify for a Service Lines Gas Availability 15 Builder Testimonials 16 Why is Natural Gas So Good FROM 1953 TO TODAY The District s Board of Directors continue to practice these guiding principles 1 Administer the affairs of the District in an efficient manner Make your home a 2 Maintain gas rates at the lowest possible level with the guidance of a third party rate consultant 3 Extended service to all residents of the service area where it is feasible and cost effective to do so 4 Do everything possible to bring new industry into the area 5 Protect the best interests of the District and its customers 6 Function as a non political business entity for the betterment of the social cultural and economic status of Okaloosa Santa Rosa and Walton Counties and its residents 364 Valparaiso Pkwy Valparaiso FL 32580 OkaloosaGas com 2 OKALOOSA GAS DISTRICT TOP REASONS WHY HOMEOWNERS CHOOSE NATURAL GAS Energy cost reduction Energy efficiency Environmentally cleaner Heats quicker Natural gas is paid for after usage Continues to work during storms and power outages Natural gas sourcing rarely requires any foreign imports Perfect for clean beautiful warm fireplaces Reduced environmental impacts Costs less Superior cooking experience Okaloosa Gas District rebates appliance promotions and special incentives In the past decade families have signed up for natural gas space heating rather than electric heat pumps at a ratio of four to one OKALOOSAGAS COM 3
What is Site Efficiency From gas production to home delivery the natural gas delivery system is 91 efficient CLEAN NATURAL GAS IS YOU CAN BREATHE A LITTLE EASIER THANKS TO NATURAL GAS Natural gas produces lower levels of emissions than other energy sources helping to protect the environment and all of us While U S natural gas production has risen significantly our nation s greenhouse gas emissions have dropped to their lowest level in over 25 years That s a win win situation for us and for our planet The increased use of natural gas means that you re enjoying cleaner healthier air helping to prevent respiratory diseases like COPD and asthma By reducing these illnesses and others the healthcare savings from using natural gas could be as high as 50 billion according to researchers from Carnegie Mellon University MADE THE U S AN ENVIRONMENTAL LEADER Natural Gas is an important tool in the suite of greenhouse gas emissions reduction options available to the United States and a necessary component to limit carbon dioxide emissions nationwide Natural gas use will increase as states move to further reduce carbon dioxide emissions from electric power generation AN EMISSIONS SOLUTION IN YOUR HOME When converting electricity only 36 is delivered to your home Greater direct use of natural gas for heating and cooling water heating cooking and clothes drying can cut carbon emissions nearly in half That is because natural gas appliances and the network that delivers the energy to your home is extraordinarily efficient Electric generation system losses account for half the energy consumed in the U S residential sector When you factor in energy use and emissions along the full fuel cycle households with natural gas versus all electric appliances produce 37 percent lower greenhouse gas emissions Further it s best to use natural gas directly instead of converting it to electricity first When natural gas is used directly from the place where it is extracted from the ground to appliances in your home natural gas achieves 91 energy efficiency Reference Site Efficiency illustration on previous page THE CLEANEST ALTERNATIVE TRANSPORTATION FUEL AVAILABLE Compared with diesel and gasoline natural gas can reduce greenhouse gas emissions by 20 30 The exhaust emissions of natural gas vehicles when compared to those of gasoline and diesel vehicles offer reductions of common urban pollutants Source American Gas Association Carbon monoxide CO 70 to 90 reduction Carbon dioxide CO2 20 to 30 reduction Nitrogen oxides NOx 75 to 95 reduction 27 fewer CO2 emissions than diesel fuel Non methane organic gas NMOG 50 to on energy equivalent basis 75 reduction Source American Gas Association 4 OKALOOSA GAS DISTRICT OKALOOSAGAS COM 5
Save Time and Money with Natural Gas Appliances A RELAXING HOT SHOWER WITH NATURAL GAS Today s natural gas water heaters are the most efficient models on the market Compared to electric water heaters they re less expensive to operate heat water faster and provide hot water even when the electricity goes out TANKLESS WATER HEATERS Endless supply of hot water Cost 70 less to operate than a traditional electric water heater Conserve energy Easy to install virtually on any wall inside or outside of home Multiple venting options High value upgrade Less floor space Up to a 20 year life span Green product TANK WATER HEATING SYSTEM Heats water twice as fast as an electric water heater Costs 50 less to operate Up to 50 fewer carbon emissions Provides hot water even when the power goes out More durable due to less moving parts Models come in a variety to choose from No worries during storm season NATURAL GAS HOME HEATING Up to 25 degrees warmer air than an electric heat pump Warms more quickly and efficiently Up to 98 energy efficient COOKING WITH NATURAL GAS Instant on instant off controls Costs less to operate Heats faster than electric NATURAL GAS DRYERS Save time and money Heats faster with shorter drying time Fewer moving parts less likely to break Save up to 50 on your heating and water heating bill with Natural Gas 6 OKALOOSA GAS DISTRICT Emissions from the natural gas distribution systems have declined 69 since 1990 OKALOOSAGAS COM 7
TRANSFORM NATURAL GAS CAN TRANSFORM A SIMPLE BACKYARD TO AN OUTDOOR OASIS TO ENJOY ALL YEAR ROUND Natural Gas is projected to be 1 2 1 3 the price of other fuels through 2050 FIREPLACE LIGHTING GRILLING FIRE PIT PATIO HEATING POOL SPA HEATER Home and photo session courtesy of Boswell Builders 8 OKALOOSA GAS DISTRICT OKALOOSAGAS COM 9
FEEL THE Natural Gas Heating The advantages of natural gas heat over electric are simple With natural gas you can select the type and size of system that best suits your needs You can stay warmer while spending less And you can rest assured with natural gas that you re using a clean and domestically abundant energy efficient source that is fueling America s future Natural Gas Fireplaces Logs Enjoy the warmth and comfort of a natural gas fireplace even in rooms where there is no chimney and even when the electricity goes out There is no wood to buy cut or haul and there is no messy ash to clean up Natural gas logs heat your home more economically and efficiently than wood burning fireplaces Clean burning natural gas logs eliminate the smoke of wood and are environmentally friendly They re built of high quality materials that will bring you many years of warmth and beauty for you and your family to enjoy 10 OKALOOSA GAS DISTRICT An Energy Star natural gas household could have a carbon Footprint that is 19 lower than an Energy Star heat pump and 64 lower emissions compared to an electrical resistance furnace Source American gas assoc OKALOOSAGAS COM 11
ELEVATE YOUR Natural Gas Dryers Natural Gas Ranges Cooktops Today s natural gas ranges ovens cook tops and grills feature high efficiency easy cleaning and the reliability that natural gas equipment are known for Cooking with gas is economical and costs about half as much to cook with than a similar electric range Many new models use an electronic spark ignition rather than a continuously burning pilot saving as much as 30 on energy costs It s simple to see the advantages of drying clothes with a natural gas dryer Load after load you ll spend less on your laundry since a natural gas dryer dries more clothes more thoroughly in the same amount of time as an electric dryer There s no safer more dependable or more economical dryer for your home than a clean efficient natural gas dryer Switching from coal to natural gas for electricity generation reduces greenhouse gas emissions by an average of 5 Appliance Sales Okaloosa Gas sells natural gas appliances and offers a great selection for every budget Visit our showrooms or shop online at OkaloosaGas com 12 OKALOOSA GAS DISTRICT Appliance Service Maintenance Repairs Okaloosa Gas offers service repairs and maintenance on your natural gas appliances Piping Installation FREE Consultations Okaloosa Gas installation professionals are specially qualified to install natural gas piping and appliances You can count on our installation professionals to have your new natural gas piping and appliances installed and ready for inspection Okaloosa Gas offers free in home consultations with professional representatives to help you make the right energy decision for your home OKALOOSAGAS COM 13
Add value to your home A natural gas home on average sells for 6 more than an electric home according to a national survey by the National Association of Home Builders The report also shows that an overwhelming majority of builders agree that new homes with natural gas equipment generally sell quicker than a new home without any gas appliances Natural gas is a reliable dependable fuel because with natural gas you never run out of fuel or have to schedule a delivery LISTEN TO WHAT OUR CUSTOMERS HAVE TO SAY We prefer natural gas water heating for our brewing process it heats faster and is energy efficient Jason Doster Founder and Co Owner 3RD PLANET BREWERY Learn about Natural Gas Preferred Neighborhoods online at OkaloosaGas com Qualify for a natural gas service line and tap fee See if natural gas is available to your home Save the expense of a tap fee by installing a natural gas furnace or water heater to your home To qualify the gas main must be adjacent to the property The average service line is not to exceed 75 feet from property line using the trenching method for the service line installation If a natural gas furnace or water heater is not installed a 325 tap fee and costs for the footage of the service line will be incurred For more information on natural gas service lines please call us at 850 729 4700 or visit OkaloosaGas com servicelines Okaloosa Gas reserves the right to change the terms and conditions at any time If you re interested in having natural gas in your home but are unsure if it is available in your neighborhood call our offices at 850 729 4700 or visit OkaloosaGas com to complete our online Gas Availability form New residential customers sign up for natural gas service every minute and approximately 60 businesses begin new natural gas service every day I am the owner of three award winning restaurants We rely on clean affordable reliable natural gas energy Our restaurants could not run without it Dominic Damiano Owner Chef CLEMENZA S MAMA CLEMENZA S FAT CLEMENZA S I grew up here and we had a natural gas home As a real estate developer I rely on natural gas for our condo residential restaurant and marina projects every one of them Jayme Nabors REAL ESTATE DEVELOPER We love our natural gas home It keeps our home warm in the winter provides endless hot water and allows us to cook our favorite meals It also provides us with reliable service when the power is out as well as saving us money every month Spencer and Somer Preston RESIDENTIAL CUSTOMERS BLUEWATER BAY 14 OKALOOSA GAS DISTRICT OKALOOSAGAS COM 15
COST LESS Families that use natural gas to heat their homes cook their meals and dry their clothes save on average 1 041 every year over those who use electricity RELIABLE Regardless of the weather Okaloosa Gas delivers safe and reliable energy to our customers even during power outages and tropical storms EFFICIENT With natural gas 91 of the energy is delivered directly to the home and is three times more efficient than using electricity to power appliances CLEAN Natural gas is the cleanest non renewable energy source and using gas throughout your home can reduce carbon emissions by over 40 and lower energy costs ABUNDANT The United States is the world s largest natural gas producer helping our country achieve energy independence FUTURE Natural gas fueled about 75 of Florida s total electricity net generation in 2020 364 Valparaiso Pkwy Valparaiso FL 32580 Source 2022 American Gas Association Source U S Energy Information Administration OkaloosaGas com OkaloosaGas OkaloosaGas OkaloosaGas OkaloosaGas Let us help you make the right energy decision by building better with natural gas