Keeping natural gas in the pipeline is of utmost importance to Williams and our customers. It matters for safety, reliability, environmental and economic reasons. Occasionally, we must take a miles-long section of pipeline out of service for planned maintenance or repair. This often means we need to temporarily remove natural gas from that section of …
The snorts, grunts, huffs and chuffs of bison roaming the Joseph H. Williams Tallgrass Prairie Preserve are music to the ears of wildlife conservationists celebrating 30 years of success reintroducing the great beasts to the Oklahoma prairie. “The preserve has a unique soundscape,” said historian and author James Ronda. “I’ve heard the wind rustle in …
The proposed project is an expansion of the existing Transco pipeline’s capacity in the southeastern United States. The project will include pipeline looping adjacent to the existing Transco corridor and modifications to 8 facilities. This expansion will provide reliable natural gas deliveries to Virginia, the Carolinas, Georgia and Alabama to meet the growing residential, commercial …
Natural gas and electricity produced with natural gas are critical sources of energy throughout the year, but especially during the winter months when families need to keep their homes cozy and bright. This winter, the Energy Information Administration (EIA) expects households to use more natural gas because of slightly colder weather projections than last year. The fact …
From an interview with Jared DeShields, Chief Information Security Officer, Williams When many people hear the word cybersecurity, it can sound like a foreign language that is difficult to comprehend. Since the proliferation of computers and technology, cybersecurity now affects anyone who is connected to the internet. But it doesn’t stop there. The energy industry …
Williams honors the memory of former chairman and CEO Joseph H. “Joe” Williams, who died April 27, 2023, at age 89 in South Carolina. Joe spent 35 years at Williams, the last 15 as chairman and chief executive officer. The son of David Williams, one of the original co-founders of Williams, Joe followed his cousin …
Jaclyn Presnal is director of strategic development at Williams. Her team is responsible for bolt-on merger and acquisition opportunities for Williams, as well as business development support for our gathering and processing business. She earned her bachelor’s degree in finance and Master of Business Administration from the University of Tulsa. She’s held various leadership roles …
Nestled in the scenic mountains of Northeast Pennsylvania, Patriots Cove is a refuge for injured military veterans and first responders seeking the healing power of nature and camaraderie. Patriots Cove provides wheelchair-accessible trout fishing, hunting and other activities for participants — and their caregivers — adapting to life after service. Founder Jeff Swire was seeking …
Below is text from a letter sent by Williams on May 21, 2024, to the U.S. Senate Committee on Energy & Natural Resources in support of a full committee hearing to examine the opportunities, risks, and challenges associated with growth in demand for electric power in the United States. Dear Chairman Manchin and Ranking Member …
When winter storm Elliott crashed into the Pacific Northwest just days before Christmas, Northwest Pipeline was uniquely positioned to meet surging demand to keep homes warm in Washington, Oregon and Idaho. “It was bone-chilling cold for the Pacific Northwest,” said Gary Venz, director of commercial services for Northwest Pipeline. “Northwest Pipeline’s access to diverse natural …
Every year some of the natural gas produced in the United States is stored away so it can be used during the high-demand periods of winter and summer. The most common way to store natural gas is in large caverns underground. It can also be stored in smaller quantities in tanks above ground. The gas …