KREM 2 News at 5 Headlines: Tuesday, June 9, 2026
Avista has confirmed that its potential large load customer, which could demand nearly 30% of its current generating capacity, is a data center in its Washington service territory. This project could significantly reshape the region's energy landscape and requires federal, local, and Washington Utilities and Transportation Commission approvals. Avista is actively exploring new power generation sources to support this new customer.
Avista, a utility company, has confirmed that a large load customer, for which it is exploring a potential power supply deal, is a data center. This development, which could significantly impact the region's energy landscape, was revealed in recent filings with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission.
The company has signed a memorandum of understanding for a new large project within its Washington service territory. If the data center operates at its full potential, it would demand nearly 30% of Avista's current total generating capacity.
Avista officials stated they are actively seeking new power generation sources to support this new customer while ensuring continued reliability for existing customers within their service areas. The project's progression is contingent upon securing federal and local permits, as well as final approval from the Washington Utilities and Transportation Commission.