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Flooding

Preparing for a Flood If you suspect any natural gas appliances might become submerged from flood water or sewer back-up, consider following these steps: Hire a licensed gas contractor to ‘shut off’ the gas at the supply valve to natural gas appliances that may be affected. Relocate appliances to a dry location by raising them above potential water levels, to upper floors or other suitable storage areas. Have your contractor cap and properly seal the gas pipe ends (appliance gas supply line) to all affected appliances to prevent water from entering the piping system. Shut off the electrical...

Focus on Core Operations Helps SaskEnergy Meet Strong Demand for Natural Gas in 2018-19; $60 Million Dividend Declared

SaskEnergy focused on its core operations in 2018-19, investing $299 million in gas line infrastructure projects to deliver higher volumes of natural gas to meet growing customer demand. The industrial sectors of enhanced oil recovery, power production and mining continue to drive SaskEnergy’s system load growth. SaskEnergy added 2,775 residential, business and industrial customers in 2018-19. The increased customer demand for SaskEnergy’s services was highlighted during the bitter cold of the 2018-19 winter. Last February was 40 per cent colder than normal. On February 8, 2019, SaskEnergy...

For your Business

Benefits of Natural Gas Building or expanding your business in Saskatchewan? At SaskEnergy, we work with you to understand your business and your energy needs. We are here to help businesses of all sizes, no matter what your industry, product or service. Choosing natural gas is one of the best investments you’ll ever make. It’s Convenient Natural gas provides instant, consistent and comfortable heating. It Will Save You Money Natural gas costs less compared to other fuel sources. Clean burning heating equipment also means less maintenance and repairs over the long term. It’s Safe and Reliable...

For your Farm

Grain Drying When the weather doesn't cooperate, a natural gas grain dryer can extend your harvest season. Grain quality counts and a dryer can ensure your grain ends up in the bin instead of left in the field. Benefits of using natural gas versus other energy options include: Lower fuel costs Convenience of not dealing with tanks or the need to refuel Reduced drying time Less greenhouse gas emissions Fuel Consumption In Saskatchewan, the typical grain drying temperature is 10 degrees Celsius. Using heat to dry the grain during the fall season prior to below zero temperatures will reduce...

For your Home

Benefits of Natural Gas Natural gas is efficient, environmentally friendly and reliable. Natural gas appliances provide the comfort you and your family deserve. See why over 20 million Canadians choose natural gas as their fuel of choice. It’s Convenient Natural gas can do more than heat your home. It can heat your water, dry your clothes and help you cook. Use it outdoors for barbecuing, campfires and to keep your swimming pool or hot tub warm. You’ll never run out of fuel. It Will Save You Money Natural gas costs less to heat your home compared to other fuel sources. Clean burning heating...

Free Tune-Ups to Assist Saskatchewan Homeowners with Annual Heating Equipment Maintenance

SaskEnergy and participating Network Members have teamed up once again to offer the Tune-Up Assistance Program (TAP), which supports eligible homeowners across the province with free home heating equipment maintenance and improved carbon monoxide detection. Saskatchewan homeowners with a combined annual income of no more than $68,000 can apply for this program from June 14 to October 1, 2021. “This program is a great opportunity for SaskEnergy to give back to the customers and communities it serves and supports the people of Saskatchewan in meeting their home energy needs safely and...

Freeze/thaw cycle creates conditions for possible underground natural gas leaks

SaskEnergy is advising customers – both residential and business – that the unseasonably warm weather, following right after intense cold across the province, may create conditions that can lead to an underground natural gas leak. + While SaskEnergy’s pipeline system is designed to withstand Saskatchewan’s weather conditions, underground leaks can occur, typically in the spring, as frost leaves the ground. This year, due to the intense cold and the depth of the frost layer, followed by sudden warming, SaskEnergy is alerting customers that conditions are favourable for a leak to occur. If you...

Furnace Maintenance

SaskEnergy Network Home Heating Tune-Up Keep your furnace running safely and at peak efficiency with an annual inspection. As part of the SaskEnergy Network Home Heating Tune-Up, a qualified SaskEnergy Network Member will complete a hands-on examination and services such as: Examine chimney and clean out debris Visually check heat exchanger Examine blower compartment Clean and lubricate motor and fan Clean or replace filter (if supplied by you) Clean and reset burners Examine operation of fan and high limit controls Inspect gas pilot system Examine and adjust drive system Test thermostat and...

Gas Meter Safety

Stay safe and sound, above and below ground. Keep the area around the gas meter on your property clear, ensuring that SaskEnergy and emergency responders can access it easily and safely at all times. Protect the meter: Covering or altering the meter can cause it to stop working or malfunction, and can prevent access to it in an emergency situation. Using the meter to hang hoses, leashes or ropes causes wear and tear on the gas meter. Leaning objects against the meter like bikes or bins can make it difficult for SaskEnergy and its authorized contractors to respond quickly during an emergency...

Gas Retailers

Buying from a third-party supplier Gas Retailers are independent suppliers and are not affiliated with/or endorsed by SaskEnergy . In Saskatchewan, you have the option to buy natural gas from an authorized Gas Retailer if your annual consumption is less than 660,000 m 3 . Similar to any purchase decision, it’s important to educate yourself on whether you are dealing with a reputable company and to understand the contract you are signing. SaskEnergy can’t provide advice, recommendations, or guarantees related to a supply contract, credit worthiness, or business practices of a Gas Retailer...

GCVA Example

How the Gas Cost Variance Account Works * Month Commodity Revenues Cost of Gas Sold Difference GCVA Balance 1 50 52 (2) (2) 2 68 72 (4) (6) 3 74 75 (1) (7) 4 60 53 7 0 *Millions For the following example assume the commodity rate paid by customers remains the same for four months. The opening GCVA balance is zero. Month 1 : The cost of gas sold exceeded the commodity revenues. $2 million owed by customers is added to the GCVA. Month 2 : The cost of gas sold exceeded the commodity revenues. $4 million is added to the previous $2 million deficit, bringing the total amount owing by customers to...

Get money back on energy-efficient furnaces, boilers and water heaters

SaskEnergy customers have about four months left to get money back when they replace existing natural gas equipment in their homes with eligible high-efficiency models. The Residential Equipment Replacement Rebate program, which ends June 30, 2022, encourages homeowners to choose the most energy-efficient equipment available. “Replacing your old natural gas equipment with new, high-efficiency models will lower your energy use, make your home more comfortable, and save you money,” said Kevin Adair, who leads SaskEnergy’s Customer Service Operations. Rebates can be up to $2,000 per home for an...

Getting the Site Ready for Service

Site Readiness Requirements To provide an accurate quote and keep the installation of natural gas service on schedule, your site must meet minimum requirements before completing an application form for new service. Project Type Standard Home Foundation and/or piles are in place Walls are up and backfill around the home is complete Lot is within 150 millimetres (6 inches) of final land grade Property pins are in place and visible A pressure treated meter board is available on site Property number is displayed on the lot and visible from the street Ready-to-Move (RTM) or Modular Home Foundation...

Goals for KidSport scores more than $20,000 with an assist from SaskEnergy

The Goals for KidSport program wrapped up another season with more than $20,000 raised to help ease financial barriers for youth involved in sports. The program is a three-way partnership between SaskEnergy and its Network Members , the Saskatchewan Junior Hockey League (SJHL) and KidSport. During the program’s nine years, more than $230,000 has been raised! The SJHL is the program's sponsored partner and brings Goals for KidSport to 11 communities across the province. Through Goals for KidSport, SaskEnergy donates $20 for every home goal scored during the SJHL season, up to 1,000 goals. This...

“Going solar” to reduce emissions at our Town Border Stations

SaskEnergy’s Town Border Station (TBS) 1 in southwest Regina has begun to generate enough solar power to offset its annual consumption. The conversion of the Regina station to generate solar power included the installation of 176 solar panels on-site. During the day, the panels will not only generate enough energy to power the station itself but will, at times, create excess energy for the province’s power grid. Once the sun sets, the station will draw power off the grid through a net metering agreement with SaskPower. The solar power system at TBS 1 has a total generation capacity of nearly...