MERRILLVILLE, Ind., Dec. 19, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- NiSource was named to the Dow Jones Sustainability Index (DJSI) - North America for the ninth consecutive year, in recognition of the company's leadership in sustainable business practices.
NiSource is one of only seven U.S. utility companies on the 2022 list and ranked in the 93rd percentile of DJSI North America. The index is made up of sustainability leaders identified through a rigorous assessment of their environmental, social and governance (ESG) performance.
"Year after year, NiSource continues to take action and demonstrate that we are committed to achieving our ESG aspirations," Lloyd Yates, President & CEO of NiSource. "Earlier this year, NiSource took that a step further to drive clearer accountability and transparency by creating a Chief Sustainability Officer role and appointing Dan Creekmur to the role. Dan is focused on prioritizing our commitment to a sustainable energy future not only for our customers but for our stakeholders and employees."
Recently, NiSource executives announced an extension to its long-term growth plan and a 2040 net zero goal that puts it among top industry leaders. Learn more here by clicking here.
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About NiSource
NiSource Inc. (NYSE: NI) is one of the largest fully-regulated utility companies in the United States, serving approximately 3.2 million natural gas customers and 500,000 electric customers across six states through its local Columbia Gas and NIPSCO brands. Based in Merrillville, Indiana, NiSource's approximately 7,500 employees are focused on safely delivering reliable and affordable energy to our customers and communities we serve. NiSource is a member of the Dow Jones Sustainability - North America Index. Additional information about NiSource, its investments in modern infrastructure and systems, its commitments and its local brands can be found at www.nisource.com. Follow us at www.facebook.com/nisource, www.linkedin.com/company/nisource or www.twitter.com/nisourceinc. The content of these websites is not incorporated by reference into this document or any other report or document NiSource files with the SEC. NI-F
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