NiSource
NiSource Inc. is a prominent energy holding company based in Merrillville, Indiana, engaged in the regulated distribution of natural gas and electricity across several states in the United States. The company operates through two primary segments: Gas Distribution Operations and Electric Operations. It serves approximately 3.5 million natural gas customers and 476,000 electricity customers, primarily in Indiana, Ohio, Pennsylvania, Virginia, Kentucky, Maryland, and Massachusetts. NiSource's electricity generation capabilities include coal-fired, natural gas, and hydroelectric plants with a combined capacity exceeding 3,000 megawatts. The company is committed to investing in its energy infrastructure to enhance service reliability and safety for its customers, employing over 7,000 individuals in its operational regions. Founded in 1847 and originally known as NIPSCO Industries, NiSource has a long-standing history in the energy sector.