Montana’s Energy Future Unveiled | Butte News

Montana’s energy future is heating up as Governor Gianforte’s task force unveils a bold 20-point plan to boost production, amplify the state’s voice in western energy debates, and explore next-gen power like nuclear and geothermal. Key moves include shifting utility regulators from elected to appointed positions, ramping up investment in transmission and natural gas infrastructure, and preparing for the rise of data centers. Shaped by public input and industry expertise over a year, the report urges Montana to adapt to changing energy demands while keeping costs affordable — and now, the real challenge begins: turning recommendations into law. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/6f3c4d62f835a07b