MDU Resources unit signs agreement to power AI factory in North Dakota

0 min read     Updated on 23 Jun 2026, 02:37 AM
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Montana-Dakota Utilities Co., a subsidiary of MDU Resources Group, Inc., signed an electric service agreement with Applied Digital Corporation to power the Polaris Forge 3 AI Factory near Center, North Dakota.

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Montana-Dakota Utilities Co., a subsidiary of MDU Resources Group, Inc., has entered into an electric service agreement (ESA) with Applied Digital Corporation to provide power to Polaris Forge 3. This facility is an AI Factory located near Center, North Dakota.

Agreement Details

The ESA outlines the terms for the supply of electric power necessary for the operations of the AI Factory. This partnership connects the utility infrastructure with the high-power demands of advanced computing facilities.

Key Parties Involved

Entity Role
Montana-Dakota Utilities Co. Power Provider
Applied Digital Corporation Facility Operator
MDU Resources Group, Inc. Parent Company

The agreement marks a step in the development of energy infrastructure for specialized technology projects in the region.

How will this agreement impact local electricity rates for other Montana-Dakota Utilities customers?

What are the long-term scalability plans for the regional power grid to support additional AI facilities?

Will this partnership prompt similar utility agreements for other high-power computing projects in the region?

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