Constellation offers Georgia’s lowest 12-month fixed gas rate at 59.9 cents per therm

Constellation is advertising the lowest 12-month fixed natural gas rate among Georgia’s five largest marketers as light-up season begins, according to rate data compiled by Georgia Gas Savings. The move comes as forecasters warn of a strong El Niño winter and as households face changing bills tied to capacity charges and contract terms.

Why it matters: - Georgia households heading into winter are looking at fixed-rate options that can help reduce exposure to monthly price swings. - The lowest posted 12-month fixed rate can matter most for customers trying to lock in predictable supply costs before colder weather increases usage. - Light-up season also brings bill changes unrelated to supply pricing, which makes rate comparisons more important.

What happened: - Constellation posted a 12-month fixed natural gas rate of 59.9 cents per therm in Georgia. - Georgia Gas Savings compiled the rate data and identified Constellation as the lowest-priced option among the state’s five largest natural gas marketers. - The rates were current as of Aug. 28, 2026. - The comparison was released Sept. 3, 2026, in Atlanta.

The details: - Constellation’s 12 Month Home Natural Gas Plan is priced at $0.599 per therm. - Constellation also lists a 24-month plan at $0.629 per therm and a 36-month plan at $0.639 per therm. - The five-marketer comparison shows SCANA Energy at $0.649, XOOM Energy at $0.659, Gas South at $0.690 and Georgia Natural Gas at $0.699 for 12-month fixed supply rates. - The comparison includes supply charges only and excludes Atlanta Gas Light delivery charges and monthly customer service charges. - Georgia Gas Savings says switching between Georgia gas companies does not interrupt service and takes effect at the next meter read. - Georgia Gas Savings recommends reviewing early termination fees and other contract terms, not just the advertised rate. - Georgia residents can compare natural gas rates by ZIP code at more information. - Georgia Gas Savings describes itself as an independent natural gas rate comparison site for Georgia consumers and says it is not affiliated with the Georgia Public Service Commission, Atlanta Gas Light or any natural gas marketer.

Between the lines: - NOAA has an El Niño Advisory in force and puts the odds of a very strong event above 90% for fall and winter. - Matt Oberle, COO of Georgia Gas Savings, said El Niño shifts the odds but does not determine winter temperatures. - Oberle also said some customers are on variable rates, while others may be stuck on expired or holdover plans that are no longer competitive. - Light-up season can change the fixed base charge through Atlanta Gas Light’s annual Dedicated Design Day Capacity recalculation, even if a customer keeps the same supply rate. - The timing suggests marketers are competing for customers before winter demand and bill volatility increase.

What's next: - Georgia customers are expected to keep comparing offers by ZIP code as winter approaches. - Households with variable plans or expired contracts may see the biggest benefit from reviewing their current rate before the next meter read. - Bill impacts from capacity charge recalculations will continue alongside any changes in supply pricing.

The bottom line: - Constellation is leading the Georgia market on 12-month fixed natural gas price, but customers need to look beyond the headline rate to understand total winter costs.