Frank's Heating and Air Conditioning Company specializes in electric heat pumps. Frank keeps track of the price of natural gas, knowing that

Frank knows that natural gas prices can affect the cost of heating and cooling buildings. Heat pumps use electricity and gas to provide heat, so natural gas prices can impact the expenses of operating a heating and cooling system. By tracking natural gas prices, Frank can anticipate potential increases in electricity costs and make sure that the heating and cooling services provided by his company are the most cost-effective for his customers.