Black Hills Energy

Black Hills Energy has a 143-year history of providing safe, reliable, and cost-effective electricity and natural gas. The company notes that it has grown into a customer-focused, growth-oriented utility with 1.37 million customers across eight states, including nearly 190,000 natural gas customers in 100 Arkansas communities.

The business has scaled through strategic investment in system integrity, safety and sustainability, and continues to pursue a goal of net zero by 2035 for natural gas operations.

The company, which has more than 400 employees in Arkansas, seeks to strengthen local economies through jobs, tax contributions, infrastructure investment and local purchasing. In 2024, Black Hills’ direct economic impact reached $1.45 billion, and charitable giving totaled $3.8 million, including United Way organizations and the Black Hills Cares energy assistance program.