United States
About NiSource Inc.
NiSource Inc. is an energy holding company that operates as a regulated natural gas and electric utility provider in the United States. Headquartered in Merrillville, Indiana, the company has been serving customers since its founding in 1847.
Business Segments
NiSource operates through two primary segments:
- Columbia Operations: Delivers natural gas to approximately 2.4 million residential, commercial, and industrial customers across Ohio, Pennsylvania, Virginia, Kentucky, and Maryland.
- NIPSCO Operations: Generates, transmits, and distributes electricity to around 0.5 million customers in northern Indiana, including wholesale electric and transmission services.
Infrastructure & Services
The company maintains an extensive network, including:
- Natural Gas Distribution: 37,200 miles of distribution pipelines and 330 miles of transmission pipelines.
- Electric Generation: Diverse energy sources such as coal, natural gas, hydro, wind, and solar power plants located in Indiana.
Corporate History
Originally named NIPSCO Industries, Inc., the company rebranded as NiSource Inc. in April 1999. With over 175 years of operation, NiSource continues to be a key player in the U.S. energy sector.
