UM Students Help Translate NWE’s IRP

Written By Caitlyn Lewis

This zine is designed to provide main takeaways and concerns for the public from NorthWestern Energy’s 2026 Integrated Resource Plan -

This student-created zine, developed by Morgan Kerr and Gabriel Headley for ENST 489: Environmental Justice and Solutions with Dr. Catalina de Onís, explores the history of energy in Montana alongside a critical analysis of NorthWestern Energy’s 2026 Integrated Resource Plan (IRP). Grounded in environmental justice, it highlights key takeaways, concerns, and areas of miscommunication within the plan, making complex energy policy more accessible to the public. Through clear, engaging content, the zine invites readers to better understand how energy decisions impact Montana communities and encourages more informed, equitable participation in the state’s energy future.

Caitlyn Lewis
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