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NorthWestern Energy Dedicates New Spion Kop Wind Farm

Posted on: July 10, 2013

NorthWestern Energy held an official dedication for its new 40-megawatt wind farm, Spion Kop, on July 9. According to a report in the Great Falls Tribune, the facility, which began operating in December, is capable of supplying enough electricity for 40… more »

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Small Renewable Energy Producers Challenge PSC with Federal Complaint

Posted on: June 26, 2013

Three small renewable energy producers in Montana believe the Public Service Commission is disregarding laws that require a fair process for small, independent producers to get contracts to sell power to NorthWestern Energy. According to a report in the… more »

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Energy Savings Project Underway in Helena

Posted on: June 14, 2013

Ameresco, Inc., a leading energy efficiency and renewable energy company, has begun work on an Energy Savings Performance Contract with Lewis and Clark County. Ameresco will install over $1.6 million of energy-efficiency improvements at 28 County-owned… more »

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2013 Montana Clean Energy Fair Announced

Posted on: May 27, 2013

The Montana Renewable Energy Association will hold its annual clean energy fair on Saturday, July 20, at the National Center for Appropriate Technology (NCAT) in Butte. This year’s fair has something for everyone: a keynote address by Montana Governer S… more »

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