NorthWestern, Black Hills merger could mean $36M in labor ‘savings’

By: Keila Szpaller

Outlets: Daily Montanan

Published: April 10, 2026

Words: 1,198

Last Updated: 3 months, 3 weeks ago

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The proposed merger between NorthWestern Energy and Black Hills Corp could yield $36 million in “savings,” or “labor value creation opportunities,” according to an analysis from the companies.

Another party that’s participating in the merger proceeding, 350 Montana, said the disclosure could mean “real harm to Montana communities” if it leads to job losses. 350 Montana works to reduce atmospheric carbon dioxide and end fossil fuel burning.

350 Montana also said the utilities disclosed the …

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