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NW Natural Holdings (NYSE: NWN) has announced its first quarter 2025 earnings release and analyst conference call, scheduled for Tuesday, May 6, 2025, at 8 a.m. Pacific Time. The event will be accessible via webcast on the company's corporate website and by phone.
NW Natural Holdings, headquartered in Portland, Oregon, serves nearly one million customers across seven states through its subsidiaries:
- NW Natural Gas Company - serving 2 million people through 806,000 meters in Oregon and SW Washington
- SiEnergy Operating - serving 70,000 customers in Houston, Dallas, and Austin
- NW Natural Water - serving 190,000 people through 76,000 meters across Pacific Northwest, Texas, Arizona, and California
- NW Natural Renewables - focused on renewable fuels for utility, commercial, and transportation sectors
The company has been recognized by Ethisphere® for four consecutive years as one of the World's Most Ethical Companies® and maintains high J.D. Power customer satisfaction scores.
Northwest Natural Holding Company (NYSE: NWN) has announced its quarterly dividend of $0.49 per share on common stock, payable on May 15, 2025, to shareholders of record on April 30, 2025. The company's indicated annual dividend rate stands at $1.96 per share.
NW Natural Holdings operates through several subsidiaries including NW Natural Gas, SiEnergy Operating, NW Natural Water, and NW Natural Renewables. The company serves nearly one million customers across seven states, with NW Natural providing gas service to approximately 2 million people through 806,000 meters in Oregon and Southwest Washington. SiEnergy serves about 70,000 customers in Texas metro areas, while NW Natural Water serves around 190,000 people through 76,000 meters across multiple states.
NW Natural Holdings has been recognized as one of the 2025 World's Most Ethical Companies® by Ethisphere for the fourth consecutive year. The Oregon-based company, which operates regulated natural gas distribution companies (NW Natural and SiEnergy), water utilities, and renewable fuels business, is among only seven honorees in the Energy & Utilities category.
The recognition is based on Ethisphere's Ethics Quotient® assessment, which evaluates companies across 240+ proof points covering ethics, compliance, governance, environmental and social impact, and value chain initiatives. CEO David H. Anderson attributed the award to the company's commitment to integrity and service to customers and communities.
The 2025 list features 136 honorees spanning 19 countries and 44 industries.
NW Natural Holdings has announced the election of Justin B. Palfreyman as the next President and CEO of Northwest Natural Holdings and CEO of NW Natural, effective April 1, 2025. Palfreyman will succeed retiring CEO David H. Anderson, who has led the company since 2016.
Palfreyman, who joined the company in 2016, has served in various executive roles including business development, strategy, and president of NW Natural Water. He was promoted to NW Natural Holdings' and NW Natural's president in May 2023. His background includes investment banking experience in power, energy, and infrastructure sectors, along with an MBA from The University of Chicago Booth School of Business.
Under Anderson's leadership, the company established its water and renewables businesses, expanded gas utility operations into Texas, and focused on decarbonization while maintaining growth.
NW Natural Holdings (NYSE: NWN) reported its Q4 and full-year 2024 results, with net income of $2.03 per share and adjusted earnings of $2.33 per share, down from $2.59 per share in 2023. The decline was primarily attributed to regulatory lag before new Oregon gas utility rates took effect on Nov. 1, 2024.
Key highlights include:
- Acquisition of SiEnergy, a Texas-based gas utility, completed in January 2025
- $394.4 million invested in utility systems
- Added nearly 10,000 gas and water utility connections (1.1% growth)
- Initiated 2025 GAAP EPS guidance of $2.66-$2.86 and adjusted EPS guidance of $2.75-$2.95
- Reaffirmed long-term EPS growth target of 4-6%
- Increased dividend for 69th consecutive year to $1.96 per share annually
NW Natural Holdings (NYSE:NWN) has appointed Megan H. Berge as deputy general counsel and corporate secretary, effective March 3. Berge joins from Baker Botts law firm, where she was a partner specializing in environmental law and civil litigation. She brings extensive experience in rulemaking and advocacy work related to federal and state environmental law, including advocacy for water providers on permitting and regulations.
The company, headquartered in Portland, Oregon, serves nearly one million customers across six states through its subsidiaries: NW Natural Gas Company, SiEnergy Operating, NW Natural Water Company, and NW Natural Renewables Holdings. NW Natural provides gas service to about 2 million people through 800,000 meters in Oregon and Southwest Washington, while SiEnergy serves approximately 70,000 customers in Texas metropolitan areas. NW Natural Water serves over 189,000 people through 76,100 meters across multiple states.
Northwest Natural Holding Company (NYSE: NWN) has announced its upcoming fourth quarter and full year 2024 earnings release and conference call, scheduled for Friday, February 28, 2025 at 8 a.m. Pacific Time. The company serves nearly one million customers across six states through multiple subsidiaries, including NW Natural (serving 2 million people through 800,000 meters), SiEnergy (serving 70,000 customers in Texas), and NW Natural Water (serving 189,000 people through 76,100 meters).
The company provides natural gas, water distribution, and wastewater services, with NW Natural operating 21.6 Bcf of underground gas storage capacity in Oregon. Their subsidiary NW Natural Renewables focuses on providing renewable fuels for decarbonization efforts across various sectors.
NW Natural Holdings (NYSE: NWN) has declared a quarterly dividend of 49 cents per share on its common stock, payable on February 14, 2025, to shareholders of record on January 31, 2025. The company's indicated annual dividend rate is $1.96 per share.
NW Natural Holdings operates through several subsidiaries, including Northwest Natural Gas Company, serving 2 million people across 140 communities, SiEnergy Operating serving 70,000 customers in Texas, and NW Natural Water providing services to over 189,000 people through 76,100 meters across multiple states. The company owns 21.6 Bcf of underground gas storage capacity and has been recognized by Ethisphere® for three consecutive years as one of the World's Most Ethical Companies®.
NW Natural has appointed Kim Rush as its next president, effective April 1, 2025. Rush, a 26-year veteran of the company, will assume full strategic, financial, and operational responsibilities for the 166-year-old Portland-headquartered utility. The appointment aligns with Justin B. Palfreyman's expected transition to CEO of NW Natural Holdings and NW Natural, replacing retiring David H. Anderson.
Rush has served in multiple leadership roles since joining in 1998, most recently as senior vice president and chief operating officer since 2023. Her previous positions included chief marketing officer and chief corporate communications officer. Before NW Natural, she held senior positions at Alltel and Bank of America
Currently serving on the Northwest Gas Association board and American Gas Association committees, Rush holds a Bachelor's in Communications from the University of Iowa and a Master's from Northwestern University.
Ridgewood Infrastructure has announced the sale of its 80% stake in SiEnergy to Northwest Natural Holding Company (NYSE: NWN). SiEnergy operates as a regulated natural gas utility serving residential and commercial customers in the Houston, Dallas, and Austin metropolitan areas.
Under Ridgewood's ownership since 2019, SiEnergy has experienced significant growth, expanding its customer base from approximately 20,000 to over 70,000 customers, establishing itself as one of the fastest-growing natural gas distribution utilities in the nation. RBC Capital Markets served as financial advisor, while White & Case LLP provided legal counsel for the transaction.
