Gas appliances and heating systems are used in people’s homes all over the world. They help maintain our quality of life and play a vital role in people’s lives. So, it’s no surprise that so many gas industry associations have been formed and are growing in so many different countries. Associations typically welcome all kinds of members, from experienced professionals to apprentices.
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1. USA & Canada
American Gas Association (AGA)
Representing over 200 energy companies, AGA is big enough to be trusted and small enough to give each of its members the personal attention and assistance they deserve. They’re proud to provide informed, innovative solutions that help their members provide gas to homes and businesses safely.
Canadian Gas Association (CGA)
Encompassing a wide range of gas industry players, membership of the CGA is made up of distribution and transmission companies, equipment manufacturers and suppliers, and maintenance service providers. With its members making up such a wide variety of gas industry experts, joining the CGA could help you take yourgas business to the next level.
2. United Kingdom
The British Compressed Gases Association (BCGA)
The guiding vision at BCGA is to enable its members to operate safely and grow their businesses. They recognise quality and safety as fundamental to a successful gas business and the industry as a whole. To deliver this, BCGA represents its members by lobbying key policymakers in the UK. If you want your voice heard, BCGA is the association for you!
Liquid Gas UK (LGUK)
LGUK prides itself on offering a community space where its members can share, learn, and grow. During these transitional times for the energy industry, LGUK goes the extra mile to support their members and their business with the ambition to arrive at a Net Zero and low carbon economy.
3. Australia
Australian Gas Association (AGA)
In the business since 1925, AGA has a historical focus on gas industry safety through the development and continuous improvement of infrastructure, systems, and appliances. With three different types of membership that are tailored towards different actors in the gas industry, there’s something to be gained for all at AGA.
Australian Pipelines and Gas Association (APGA)
Memberships of APGA get the chance to network and collaborate with Australia’s leading gas industry experts. With over 30 members’ events per year and a broad pool of members including constructors, business owners, operators, advisors, engineers and suppliers, where could be better to find the know-how to grow your company?
4. New Zealand
Gas Association of New Zealand (GasNZ)
Committed to achieving a net zero carbon future, GasNZ represents a wide range of gas businesses that share the same ambition for a more sustainable world. Working with key stakeholders, including central government and regulatory bodies, GasNZ can help give you and your business the voice you want.
Energy Resources Aotearoa (ERA)
Not underestimating the importance of has in the energy industry, ERA represents multiple factions of the energy industry. With 9 different membership categories hosting networking events throughout the year, ERA is truly an association for all.
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