Montana's governor meets with experts to tackle energy demands driven by growth and tech expansion.

Montana's energy sector, a significant net exporter of electricity, faces growing demands driven by population growth, inflation, and a booming tech industry. Governor Greg Gianforte convened an Energy Roundtable to address challenges and explore solutions. The discussions highlighted the need for reliable, affordable energy, regulatory improvements, and increased transmission capacity. Montana's energy mix includes coal, hydroelectric, wind, and natural gas. The state is poised for significant energy growth, particularly in data centers, with planned investments totaling $1.7 billion to enhance the energy grid.

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