Paul M. Sukut

Dakota Gasification Corp. produces synthetic natural gas and other byproducts. The firm transforms coal into natural gas, which is supplied to homes and businesses across the Eastern US. Its synfuels plant produces carbon dioxide, fertilizers, solvents, phenol and other chemicals. The company is headquartered in Bismarck, ND.

Western Fuels Association, Inc. supplies coal and provides transportation services to consumer-owned electric utilities. Its services include mining operations, fuel chain management, geologic investigation, mine engineering, and site evaluation. The company was founded in 1973 and is headquartered in Westminster, CO.

Lignite Energy Council operates as a regional trade association. It offers programs for education; government action; public relations and marketing; and research and development. The company was founded in 1974 and is headquartered in Bismarck, ND.

Basin Electric Power Cooperative is a non-profit organization which provides electric generation and transmission services for cooperatives. It operates Antelope Valley Station, Deer Creek Station, Crow Lake Wind, Groton Generation Station, Laramie River Station, and Leland Olds Station. It also offers vegetation management program. The company was founded on April 4, 1961 and is headquartered in Bismarck, ND.