Texas businesses can save 20-40% on natural gas by choosing an alternative supplier in eligible service territories. As the largest energy-producing state in the nation, Texas offers unique opportunities for commercial customers to leverage competitive markets and reduce energy costs.

Natural Gas Deregulation in Texas

Texas has a complex energy market structure. While the state is famous for its deregulated electricity market (ERCOT), natural gas deregulation varies by utility territory. Many areas offer supplier choice for commercial and industrial customers, allowing businesses to shop for competitive rates.

The Railroad Commission of Texas regulates the natural gas industry, while individual utilities administer customer choice programs in their service territories.

How Texas Gas Choice Works

In areas with supplier choice, the natural gas supply chain is divided:

  • Supply (Commodity): The natural gas you consume, purchasable from licensed suppliers
  • Delivery (Distribution): Transportation through pipelines, handled by your local utility

Major Texas Utilities

Utility Service Territory Supplier Choice
CenterPoint Energy Houston metro area Available for commercial
Atmos Energy Dallas-Fort Worth, West Texas Available for commercial
Texas Gas Service Austin, Central Texas Available for commercial
CPS Energy San Antonio Municipal utility

Benefits for Texas Businesses

  • Cost Savings: Competitive rates typically 20-40% below default pricing
  • Budget Predictability: Fixed-rate contracts protect against price volatility
  • Contract Flexibility: Choose terms from 12 to 36 months
  • No Service Changes: Same reliable delivery from your utility
  • Local Production: Texas's abundant natural gas production supports competitive pricing

Texas Metro Areas We Serve

HOU
Houston
DFW
Dallas-Fort Worth
SAT
San Antonio
AUS
Austin
ELP
El Paso
FTW
Fort Worth
ARL
Arlington
CRP
Corpus Christi
PLN
Plano
LBB
Lubbock
LRD
Laredo
IRV
Irving
AMA
Amarillo
BRO
Brownsville
MCK
McKinney
FRI
Frisco
PAS
Pasadena
MES
Mesquite
KIL
Killeen
MCA
McAllen

Frequently Asked Questions: Texas Natural Gas

Can all Texas businesses choose their natural gas supplier?

Supplier choice availability varies by utility territory in Texas. Most major utilities offer choice programs for commercial customers. Contact us to verify options in your specific location.

How does Texas's energy production affect gas prices?

Texas is the largest natural gas producer in the U.S., which generally supports competitive pricing. However, prices still fluctuate based on national markets, weather, and demand.

Is natural gas deregulation the same as electricity deregulation in Texas?

No. While Texas has extensive electricity deregulation through ERCOT, natural gas deregulation is handled separately and varies by utility territory.