Colorado Natural Gas Shares Winter Weather Energy-Saving Tips

1/13/2026

CENTENNIAL, Colo. (Jan. 12, 2026) – With winter weather impacting communities across the Midwest, Colorado Natural Gas reminds customers of simple steps that can help improve comfort and manage energy use during sustained cold conditions.

Extended periods of cold weather often lead to higher natural gas use as heating systems work harder to keep homes warm. Taking a few proactive steps can help customers manage energy costs while maintaining comfort throughout the heating season.

Colorado Natural Gas recommends the following winter efficiency tips:

• Service heating systems: Schedule an inspection with a licensed technician to ensure your furnace operates safely and efficiently.
• Adjust thermostat settings: Maintain your thermostat at 68 °F when home and lower it while sleeping or away to reduce heating costs.
• Use natural sunlight: Open curtains during the day to allow sunlight to warm your home, and close them at night to retain heat.
• Seal air leaks: Prevent drafts by applying weatherstripping or caulking around doors and windows.
• Set your fans to spin clockwise: Switch ceiling fans to rotate clockwise at a low speed to push warm air down from the ceiling and help keep rooms evenly heated.
• Replace air filters every 1-3 months, especially during peak winter use, to support efficient airflow and system performance.

Colorado Natural Gas also offers a variety of tools and programs to help customers manage winter heating bills. Customers who want more predictable monthly payments can enroll in the Budget Billing program, which averages annual natural gas costs evenly throughout the year to reduce seasonal bill fluctuations. Payment assistance programs are available for qualifying customers who may need additional support. To learn more, visit coloradonaturalgas.com/paymentassistance.

“We take our responsibility to the communities we serve seriously, especially during winter weather,” said Eliza Castillo, vice president of customer experience and marketing. “Our aim is to deliver reliable, safe energy and help customers prepare, stay informed, and make the most of their usage.”

For additional winter energy-saving tips or information about assistance programs, visit www.coloradonaturalgas.com/winter.

Summit Utilities, Inc. owns natural gas distribution subsidiaries that operate in Arkansas, Colorado, Maine, Missouri, Oklahoma, and Texas. The company operates with a commitment to delivering clean, reliable, and affordable natural gas to businesses and residents in six states through Arkansas Oklahoma Gas, Colorado Natural Gas, Summit Natural Gas of Maine, Summit Natural Gas of Missouri, Summit Utilities Arkansas, and Summit Utilities Oklahoma. Each of Summit’s natural gas distribution and transmission subsidiaries constructs and operates natural gas distribution systems to support economic development through its commitment to reliability, safety practices, exceptional customer service, and community engagement. Overall, Summit entities serve approximately 625,000 customers and operate more than 23,400 miles of pipeline.