NorthWestern Corporation d/b/a NorthWestern Energy and Compass Wind, LLC have closed on the purchase of the 40-megawatt Spion Kop Wind Project near the central Montana community of Geyser.

“We’re pleased to add Spion Kop Wind to our growing portfolio of owned electric generation resources in Montana,” said Bob Rowe, president and CEO. “This project enables us to meet our 2015 renewable portfolio standards obligation while maintaining a balanced resources mix that contributes to long-term rate stability. Our thanks to Compass Wind for bringing forward an environmentally sound project that adds real economic benefit to the local area.”

“As a company, we feel fortunate to have worked with NorthWestern Energy along with so many quality partners at the local level. We look forward to a long presence in Judith Basin County and Montana,” said Compass president Chris McCall.

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