Otter Tail Corporation, through its primary subsidiary Otter Tail Power Company, is a regulated electric utility engaged in the generation, transmission and distribution of electricity. The company operates a diversified portfolio of owned and contracted power generation facilities, including coal, natural gas, wind and hydroelectric units, supplemented by long-term power purchase agreements. In addition to utility operations, Otter Tail provides related engineering, construction and maintenance services to support grid reliability and efficiency.
The company’s service territory covers a predominantly rural footprint in the Upper Midwest, including communities in west-central Minnesota, eastern North Dakota, northwest Wisconsin and small portions of South Dakota. Otter Tail Power Company serves both residential and commercial customers, delivering electricity to farms, municipalities, schools and businesses. Its grid infrastructure includes more than 12,000 miles of transmission and distribution lines and multiple substations strategically located to ensure uninterrupted service in areas of varied terrain and climate.
Founded in the early 20th century, Otter Tail has maintained a focus on community involvement and economic development within its service area. The company invests in technologies that support renewable energy integration and grid modernization, while maintaining a balanced energy mix to meet customer demand reliably. Otter Tail’s management emphasizes long-term planning and stakeholder engagement as pillars of its operating philosophy.
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