What does Black Hills Energy do?

Black Hills Energy is a utility subsidiary of Black Hills Corporation, providing electricity and natural gas services to approximately 1.3 to 1.35 million customers across eight states, including Arkansas, Colorado, Iowa, Kansas, Montana, Nebraska, South Dakota, and Wyoming. The company is headquartered in Rapid City, South Dakota, and has a history dating back to 1883, when it was founded as the Black Hills Electric Light Company. The company generates, transmits, distributes, and sells electricity, with a capacity of 1,394 MW and over 9,100 miles of lines. It also delivers natural gas utility services, focusing on safety, reliability, and cost-effectiveness. Black Hills Energy emphasizes clean energy, grid modernization, and infrastructure investments, supporting economic development and sustainability initiatives in the communities it serves.