Hoot Lake Plant Retirement

On May 27, 2021, we retired Hoot Lake Plant, marking the end of 100 years of coal-fired energy generation at the site. Hoot Lake Plant was a cornerstone in our history of generating safe, reliable, and affordable energy.

Retirement celebration

On July 21, 2021, we celebrated and commemorated Hoot Lake Plant's retirement with a program and reception. 

• News release
• Photo: Current and former plant employees gather for a photo at the July 21 event.
• Event program
• Video documentary

Media content

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• News release: Hoot Lake Plant retires.
• Video: Hoot Lake Plant retires.
• Virtual 360-degree tour.
• Photo 1: Hoot Lake Plant in the 1930s.
• Photo 2: Hoot Lake Plant in 1955.
• Photo 3: Fergus Falls Mayor Vernon Sprague speaks at the plant's 1957 groundbreaking ceremony for Unit 2.
• Photo 4: Construction of Unit 3.
• Photo 5: Hoot Lake Plant in 1971.
• Photo 6: Hoot Lake Plant today

Media contact

Stephanie Hoff

Director, Communications