R. W. Beck provides solutions that span virtually every aspect of natural gas utilities. From financial modeling, pre-purchase analysis, planning, engineering, construction and program management, to GIS and regulatory compliance, our collective expertise benefits our clients at all points of the process - from reservoir to burner tip.

Financial Support and Risk Assessment. When taking on a new project or considering new supply arrangements, it is important to understand the financial implications, financing options and associated risks. R. W. Beck brings decades of experience working with financial advisors and underwriters to prepare or review the financial models used in evaluating natural gas-related projects of every type.

Rates and Costs. It often makes sense for a utility to look at the component parts of its financial picture independently. We offer a full menu of "a la carte" rate work such as cost allocation, rate design, cost of service, and depreciation analyses that enable our clients to assess rate issues outside the context of implementing a new capital project.

Engineering and Design. As the natural gas industry experiences significant and unprecedented change from an increase in federal regulations and workforce challenges, new demands are placed on system operators. R. W. Beck has the resources to help our clients address these demands. By serving as an extension of gas operations staff, we assist utilities to provide valued products, services and information to their customers with increased efficiency.

System Planning and Modeling. The effective operation, efficiency and reliability of natural gas systems are paramount to providing consistent, quality customer service. R. W. Beck enhances our clients' ability to deliver through studies of natural their gas systems and by modeling actual and future conditions to develop capital improvement programs that meet financial objectives while ensuring system performance.

Program Management. Program management requires more than simply implementing plans and specifications - effectively managing resources helps our clients complete projects on schedule and budget and ultimately increases their effectiveness. As a third party manager or as an integrated member of your program team, R. W. Beck is your partner in successful project completion.

Regulatory Case Strategy and Support. Working with R. W. Beck experts, natural gas utility operators achieve full federal, state and local compliance in record time. This provides a level of assurance to our clients that they are administering safe and reliable gas facility operations in the communities where they do business. However, our regulatory efforts go beyond safety compliance as our clients realize important business advantages. For example, we help utilities position with regulators with respect to increasing approved rates of return, getting gas supply contracts approved, creating conservation rates and balancing accounts so that throughput is disconnected from revenue.

Contact:
Tim Corrigan
Executive Vice President, Energy
PH 303.299.5328
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