Otter Tail Power Company filed its 2026 Integrated Resource Plan with the MPUC, outlining preferred additions of 50 MW natural gas plant in 2031-2032 and 100 MW wind in 2035-2040, plus ongoing solar, battery, and wind projects.
Key takeaways
OTP filed 2026 IRP with MPUC on May 15, 2026, detailing 15-year capacity and energy plan.
Preferred plan adds 50 MW natural gas plant in 2031 or 2032.
Preferred plan adds 50 MW wind facility in 2035 and another 50 MW in 2040.
Ongoing projects include 50 MW Solway Solar in 2026 and 295 MW Abercrombie Solar in 2028.
Includes 75 MW battery storage and additional wind facilities.
Will designate Minnesota share of Coyote Station as AME resource from June 1, 2026, ceasing service by Dec 31, 2031.