Provides electric and natural gas services to customers in Montana, South Dakota, and Nebraska, focusing on reliability and sustainability.
NorthWestern Corporation, operating under the name NorthWestern Energy, is a leading provider of electricity and natural gas, catering to residential, commercial, and industrial customers across multiple regions. The company functions through distinct Electric and Natural Gas segments, engaging in the generation, procurement, transmission, and distribution of electricity, alongside the production, storage, transmission, and distribution of natural gas. NorthWestern also holds municipal franchises enabling natural gas service provision within communities.
With a robust infrastructure, NorthWestern Corporation manages extensive networks: it oversees 6,819 miles of electric transmission and 18,177 miles of electric distribution lines, supported by approximately 400 transmission and distribution substations. In the realm of natural gas, the company maintains 2,166 miles of transmission lines and 4,945 miles of distribution lines, complemented by around 138 city gate stations in Montana. In South Dakota, the company operates 1,308 miles of electric transmission and 2,320 miles of electric distribution lines, alongside 55 miles of natural gas transmission and 2,517 miles of natural gas distribution lines, spanning South Dakota and Nebraska.
NorthWestern Energy serves a diverse customer base of approximately 753,600 clients across Montana, South Dakota, Nebraska, and Yellowstone National Park. Established in 1923 and headquartered in Sioux Falls, South Dakota, NorthWestern Corporation continues to expand its service offerings and infrastructure, committed to delivering reliable energy solutions while maintaining a strong focus on customer satisfaction and community involvement. The company's enduring presence and comprehensive utility services underscore its role as a vital energy provider in the region, supporting economic growth and enhancing quality of life for residents and businesses alike.