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Bismarck, ND
Joined January 2009
We are excited to announce plans to build a new natural gas-fueled generation facility in Williams County, North Dakota! The new facility, called Bison Generation Station, will produce approximately 1,470 megawatts of electricity. Learn more: bit.ly/BisonGenerationStatio…
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Basin Electric will host several public open houses this fall to gather feedback on its proposed Laramie River-to-Belfield 345-kilovolt transmission project. The project includes approximately 400 miles of transmission line.
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Between marathon training, Eric Carufel's role at Basin Electric, and family life, he's found that you make time for the things that matter most. Read how the lessons he's learned through running extend far beyond race day.
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In his 2026 Annual Meeting message, CEO and General Manager Todd Brickhouse discusses the importance of providing dependable power today while planning for the future. Full video in the comments.
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When Shaun Hottell joined Basin Electric, he wasn't looking for a career change. He was looking for a place to build a future. Hear more about Shaun's experience, the opportunities he's found, and why he's chosen to build his career here. Full video in the first comment.
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This Labor Day, we're recognizing the people behind the power. From our employees working today to keep electricity flowing safely and reliably, to our member-owners who make our cooperative strong, thank you for your commitment, hard work, and community spirit.
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The Wyoming National Guard recently conducted a no-notice exercise at Laramie River Station, located in Wheatland, Wyoming. The exercise was designed to test the ability to rapidly respond to threats against critical energy infrastructure. Read more below.
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Basin Electric will host public open houses in September to gather feedback on its proposed Leland Olds Station-to-Burkley-to-Crane Creek 345-kV transmission project, which includes approximately 118 miles of new high-voltage transmission line and a substation. Details below.
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Behind every mile of line and every megawatt delivered are the people and partnerships that make reliable energy possible. At Basin Electric's 65th Annual Meeting, we celebrated the common purpose that continues to power rural America. Hear from Basin Electric's members.
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Basin Electric leaders joined energy industry executives and federal officials at the National Coal Council meeting July 21 in Washington, D.C. Full story in comments.
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Basin Electric recognized Antelope Valley Station Unit 2 as the cooperative’s most reliably operated coal generation facility for 2025. Full story below.
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Contractor staffing challenges during a critical infrastructure upgrade project at the Laramie River Station substation could have delayed the return of LRS Unit 2 to service, but employees from Basin's Engineering and TSM teams kept the project on schedule. Full story below.
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