Our natural gas utility workers do more than provide energy—they’re often the quiet heroes in our communities. Jonathan Boudreaux, a dedicated employee at Black Hills Energy, exemplifies this spirit of service and preparedness.Just before Thanksgiving last year, Jonathan was running late to the…
Natural gas is a safe and reliable energy source, but the number one threat to our systems is accidental line strikes. Safety is our top priority, and an important part of that is our ongoing effort to promote safe digging practices.Recently three of our team members from southwestern Colorado went…
We are thrilled to announce our partnership with Veterans Affairs (VA) facilities on a groundbreaking Utility Energy Service Contract (UESC) project. This first-of-its-kind initiative aims to provide energy-saving solutions through Energy Conservation Measures (ECMs) to federal government agencies…
Jan Meis and Suzie Kingery like to take walks together outside the Black Hills Energy office in Council Bluffs. Most days, these walks are uneventful, but on Monday, Oct. 7, they were surprised to see a Cooper’s hawk in the road. Several vehicles passed by before they had the opportunity to help.…
Jan. 12, 2023 – Black Hills Energy is closely monitoring the National Weather Service forecast this week for a winter storm and extreme cold temperatures predicted to impact several states across the country. Our operations teams are preparing for possible heavy snow accumulation, ice, and sub-zero…
Forecasts are calling for extreme cold and the potential for measurable snowfall across much of our service territory. Colder weather means higher energy use as heating systems work harder to keep homes and businesses warm and safe.
With the frigid air on the way, Black Hills Energy is here to…
Black Hills Energy Issues Important Safety Reminders
Kearney, Nebraska — January 5, 2024 — Black Hills Energy is closely monitoring the hazardous weather outlook issued by the National Weather Service for a winter storm predicted to impact many of our central and western Nebraska customers…
CHEYENNE, Wy. — Dec. 14, 2023 — Black Hills Energy is experiencing intermittent electrical power interruptions in the Cheyenne area, due to frost melting from the electric wires. Over the past few days Cheyenne has been treated to a picturesque wintry frost. However, today’s warm-up is…