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Fernandina Beach, Florida – Florida Public Utilities Company (FPU), Sharp Energy and Florida City Gas (FCG), subsidiaries of Chesapeake Utilities Corporation, are monitoring projections for Hurricane Milton in Florida and are prepared to respond if the storm impacts our service areas. FPU, Sharp Energy and FCG have adjusted Company staffing and are preparing electric, natural gas and propane personnel in Florida and in service areas outside of Florida to respond to any potential service interruptions that may result from heavy rain and high wind gusts. Florida Public Utilities (FPU) Electric customers should report outages at 800.427.7712or online at www.FPUC.com/ReportOutage. Natural gas [...]

Impact to Service Area Likely Marianna, Florida – Florida Public Utilities Company (FPU), a subsidiary of Chesapeake Utilities Corporation, is monitoring Tropical Storm Helene and is prepared to respond in the likely event the storm impacts the Company’s service areas. The Company has adjusted staffing levels and is prepared to respond to any potential service interruptions that may result from heavy rain and high wind gusts. FPU customers should report service interruptions or gas emergencies by calling 1.800.427.7712 or online at www.FPUC.com/ReportOutage. For storm updates and additional safety information, please visit www.fpuc.com/stormupdate. We urge customers to stay safe and [...]

Fernandina Beach, Florida – Florida Public Utilities Company (FPU) and Florida City Gas (FCG), subsidiaries of Chesapeake Utilities Corporation, continue to monitor projections for Tropical Storm Helene in Florida and are prepared to respond if the storm impacts our service areas. FPU and FCG have adjusted Company staffing and are preparing electric, natural gas and propane personnel in Florida and in service areas outside of Florida to respond to any potential service interruptions that may result from heavy rain and high wind gusts. FPU customers should report service interruptions or gas emergencies at 1.800.427.7712 or online at www.FPUC.com/ReportOutage. FCG [...]

Dover, Del. – Chesapeake Utilities Corporation (NYSE: CPK) announces the release of its 2023 Environmental Stewardship Report, which can be accessed at www.chpk.com. The report is the second in a series of micro-reports and highlights the Company's continued progress in reducing emissions and contributing to a more sustainable future. “The focus on sustainability is supported and shared across our organization. Our team identifies and pursues emission-reducing projects, not only internally but also to support our customers’ sustainability goals,” said Jeff Householder, chair of the board, president and CEO of Chesapeake Utilities Corporation. “We see sustainability in action through projects [...]

Dover, Del. – Chesapeake Utilities Corporation (NYSE: CPK) announced today that its propane distribution subsidiary, Sharp Energy, received the 2024 award for Best Propane Provider in Sussex County from Coastal Style Magazine. The publication is the premier lifestyle brand of the Eastern Shore, and its Best of 2024 selections showcase readers’ choices for the finest businesses in the region. Readers cast more than 500,000 votes in this year’s competition. “It’s an honor to be recognized as Best Propane Provider by the communities we serve,” said Bill Hancock, assistant vice president, propane operations. “Sharp Energy has built a solid reputation for providing [...]

DOVER, Del. – Chesapeake Utilities Corporation (NYSE: CPK) will host a conference call on Friday, August 9, 2024 at 8:30 a.m. ET to discuss the Company’s financial results for the second quarter ended June 30, 2024. The earnings press release will be issued on Thursday, August 8, 2024, after market close. To listen to the Company’s conference call via live webcast, please register here prior to the call. The accompanying presentation will also be available in the registration link for listeners to follow along during the webcast. For investors and analysts that wish to participate by phone for the question [...]

Using Renewable Energy to Support Growing Markets Dover, Delaware – Chesapeake Utilities Corporation (NYSE: CPK) today announced that its subsidiary, Peninsula Pipeline Company (PPC), received approval from the Florida Public Service Commission for three projects that expand natural gas infrastructure to benefit customers of Florida City Gas (FCG), also a subsidiary of Chesapeake Utilities. The projects, located in Florida’s Brevard, Indian River and Miami-Dade counties, will bring renewable natural gas produced from local landfills into FCG’s natural gas distribution system. Benefits of these PPC projects include increased gas supply to serve expected FCG growth, strengthened system reliability and additional system [...]

Dover, Delaware – Chesapeake Utilities Corporation (NYSE: CPK) today announced the first injections of renewable natural gas (RNG) at its Radio Avenue injection point in Yulee, Florida, from the Company’s RNG facility at Full Circle Dairy in Madison County. FPU Renewables, which constructed and operates the RNG facility, and its parent company, Florida Public Utilities Company, are subsidiaries of Chesapeake Utilities Corporation (Chesapeake Utilities). The injections are part of the commissioning phase of the Company’s first RNG development project, which included the construction and operation of a dairy manure-to-biogas RNG facility at Full Circle Dairy. The facility is now producing [...]

Dover, Delaware – Chesapeake Utilities Corporation (NYSE: CPK) announced today that it was named Best for Corporate Governance in the United States by World News Media Ltd.’s World Finance, an international publication. This prestigious award marks the Company’s second time being recognized by World News Media for its commitment to corporate governance practices that advance integrity, transparency and accountability throughout the organization. At Chesapeake Utilities Corporation, corporate governance is a commitment to our employees, shareholders, regulators, communities and other stakeholders, and is embedded within our mission to deliver energy that makes life better for the people and communities we serve. [...]

Dover, Delaware – Chesapeake Utilities Corporation (NYSE: CPK) subsidiary, Florida City Gas, was listed as a company that is one of the Easiest to Do Business With by Escalent, a data analytics and advisory firm with extensive energy, utility and brand experience. Escalent conducted surveys among 62,898 residential electric, natural gas and combination utility customers of the 141 largest U.S. utility companies (based on residential customers). According to Escalent, utilities recognized as “Easiest to Do Business With” consistently make it easier for customers to find information, use relevant programs and solve issues across service channels. This recognition aligns with our 1CX [...]

Dover, Del. - Chesapeake Utilities Corporation (NYSE: CPK) announced today that its propane distribution subsidiary, Sharp Energy, received the 2024 award for Best Gas Company by Metropolitan Magazine. The publication’s Best of the Eastern Shore selections showcase readers’ choices for the finest businesses in the Delmarva region. This year marks the ninth consecutive year that readers of Metropolitan Magazine have voted Sharp Energy as Best Gas Company. “We are proud to be the trusted propane provider in nearly 40,000 Delmarva homes, and it’s an honor to be recognized again as Best Gas Company by the communities we serve,” said Andrew Hesson, vice president, propane [...]

DOVER, Del. – Chesapeake Utilities Corporation (NYSE: CPK) is a recipient of Better Business Bureau of Delaware’s (BBB) 2024 Torch Award for Ethics, which celebrates businesses that demonstrate an exceptional commitment to ethics and integrity within their industry. The award was presented Wednesday, May 15, at a ceremony in Wilmington, Delaware. "Receiving the Torch Award is a tremendous honor for us. It resonates deeply with our Company's values,” said Shane Breakie, vice president, sustainability and organic growth. “Integrity is not just a word at Chesapeake Utilities; it's our way of doing business. This recognition reaffirms our commitment to ethical practices, and [...]

Public Service Commission Votes to Approve Programs Benefitting Delaware Residents DOVER, Del. – Chesapeake Utilities Corporation (NYSE: CPK) announced today the Delaware Public Service Commission voted to approve the Company’s establishment of a portfolio of natural gas energy efficiency programs for Delaware. Chesapeake Utilities will partner with the Delaware Sustainable Energy Utility to deliver the programs, which are the first natural gas efficiency programs to be offered in the state. Delaware residents will benefit from solutions to lower energy costs and live more sustainably. “Leading the first natural gas energy efficiency program in Delaware demonstrates our continuing commitment to [...]

DOVER, Del. – Chesapeake Utilities Corporation (NYSE: CPK) announced that Lucia Dempsey has joined the Company as head of investor relations, effective April 15. Dempsey will be responsible for communicating to the investment community Chesapeake Utilities’ strategy and commitment to being a leader in delivering energy that ensures a more sustainable future for our service territories. Dempsey will serve as a key contact with the financial community, helping communicate the Company’s unique value proposition, investment opportunities and sustainability initiatives. “Lucia joins Chesapeake Utilities following our 17th consecutive year of record earnings and on the heels of our transformative acquisition [...]