The Northeast Gas Association (NGA) has named Charles C. Crews as president and CEO. Crews has more than 25 years of experience in natural gas utility operations, including serving as vice president, gas operations, with Consumers Energy in Michigan. Since 2019 he has led an energy advisory firm, FPH Consulting Services. He holds a bachelor’s degree in industrial and systems engineering from Ohio University, and an MBA from Capital University.
NGA is a regional trade association that represents natural gas distribution companies, transmission companies, liquefied and compressed natural gas suppliers, and manufacturers and vendors to the industry. These companies provide natural gas to over 13 million customers in nine states — Connecticut, Maine, Massachusetts, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New York, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island, and Vermont.
“We are at a pivotal point in our nation’s transition to a clean and affordable energy future and I very much look forward to working with the natural gas industry and the broader stakeholder community in the Northeast to meet the energy, economic and environmental goals of today and the coming years,” said Crews. “Natural gas is an important part of the region’s energy mix, providing reliable, affordable and safe service to millions of customers. I am honored to lead this organization and we are committed to being responsible and constructive partners in addressing the energy and environmental needs of our society and economy.”
