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NorthWestern Energy is planning a second natural gas plant in Aberdeen to meet growing electricity demands.

The proposed facility is estimated to cost $276 million and could begin operations by mid-2030.

The new plant would be built near an existing facility on land already owned by the company.

NorthWestern Energy is planning to build a second natural gas plant to generate electricity in Aberdeen.

The company has filed a notice of its intent to apply for a construction permit to build the $276 million, 131.2-megawatt facility.

NorthWestern Energy spokesperson Jo Dee Black said although the company plans to seek a permit, it will make a decision later about moving forward with the project.

“This has to be cost efficient and meet the needs of our South Dakota

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