Hera SpA is an Italy-based company engaged in the energy, environmental and water sectors. It operates through five segments: Gas, Electricity, Integrated Water Cycle, Waste Management, and Other Services. The Gas segment includes methane gas and Liquefied Petroleum Gas (LPG) distribution and sales services, district heating, as well as heat management. The Electricity segment encompasses electricity production, distribution and sales services. The Integrated Water Cycle segment includes mains water, purification and sewerage services. The Waste Management segment consists of waste collection, treatment and disposal services. The Other Services segment focuses on public lighting, telecommunications and other minor services. On January 1, 2013, the merger by incorporation of Acegas Aps Holding Srl into HERA SpA became effective. In March 2013, it acquired the entire share capital of state-owned Acegas-Aps Holding SpA.