Our Natural Gas and Electric Service
NorthWestern Energy serves 341 communities in Montana, South Dakota and Yellowstone National Park with safe and reliable electricity. We serve natural gas to 202 communities in Montana, South Dakota and Nebraska.
Our Company
For more than 100 years, NorthWestern Energy has been committed to delivering safe, reliable and innovative energy solutions.
We serve gas and electric to customers in the western two-thirds of Montana and eastern South Dakota. We also have gas service in Nebraska and serve electricity to Yellowstone National Park.
NorthWestern owns and operates a diverse generation fleet of wind, water, natural gas and coal-fired resources and the high-voltage electric transmission system and distribution system. We also own and operate natural gas production, transmission and distribution systems.
We serve gas and electric to customers in the western two-thirds of Montana and eastern South Dakota. We also have gas service in Nebraska and serve electricity to Yellowstone National Park.
NorthWestern owns and operates a diverse generation fleet of wind, water, natural gas and coal-fired resources and the high-voltage electric transmission system and distribution system. We also own and operate natural gas production, transmission and distribution systems.
Enriching Lives Through a Safe, Sustainable Energy Future
Enriching Lives Through a Safe, Sustainable Energy Future
NorthWestern Energy has provided reliable and affordable electricity and natural gas to customers in Montana, South Dakota and Nebraska for more than 100 years.
Our Commitment to Sustainability
Sustainability means meeting today’s needs while planning for tomorrow’s as well.
NorthWestern Energy at a glance
787,000
customers served across Montana, South Dakota, Nebraska and Yellowstone National Park
1,585
employees working across our service territory
58%
carbon-free electric generation
Our vision
Enriching lives through a safe sustainable energy future.
Our mission
Working together to provide safe, reliable and innovative energy solutions that create value for customers, communities, employees, and investors.
Our values
SERVICE: Safety, Excellence, Respect, Value, Integrity, Community, Environment
Our Hydro Facilities
Our carbon-free hydro system is the foundation of our energy generation portfolio in Montana. In 2024, nearly 34% of our electricity for Montana customers came from our hydro facilities.
Giving Back to Our Communities
NorthWestern Energy is committed to being a good corporate citizen of all the communities we serve. In 2024, we gave $2.3 million in charitable donations and community support.
Where Does Your Energy Come From?
We provide safe, reliable energy through a balanced mix of clean energy and traditional resources.
NorthWestern Reports 2022 Financial Results
Date: Feb 16, 2023
TYPE: News
Categories: Investors, News and Events Categories
BUTTE, MT / SIOUX FALLS, SD - February 16, 2023 - NorthWestern Corporation d/b/a
NorthWestern Energy (Nasdaq: NWE) reported financial results for the year ended December 31,
2022. Net income for the period was $183.0 million, or $3.25 per diluted share, as compared with net
income of $186.8 million, or $3.60 per diluted share, for the same period in 2021. This decrease of
$3.8 million in net income was primarily due to higher operating expense (including depreciation and
property taxes) and interest expense, lower transmission revenues, a less favorable Qualifying
Facilities (QF) liability adjustment as compared to the prior year and higher non-recoverable electric
supply costs in Montana. These impacts were partly offset by increased revenue from higher electric
and natural gas retail volumes due to favorable weather and customer growth and Montana electric
and natural gas interim rates (which are subject to refund). The decrease in per share earnings was
also affected by equity issuances during 2022, which increased average common shares outstanding.
Equity issuances during the year contributed to $0.27 of the $0.35 decrease in per share earnings.