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Avista

Spokane, Washington, United States · Biomass Energy, Energy, Energy Management

Avista Corp is a clean utility company providing electric service to residents across 30,000 square miles in eastern Washington, northern Idaho, and parts of Oregon. It has a strong focus on renewable energy sources and community support.

Key facts

Headquarters
Spokane, Washington, United States
Employees
1,498
Industries
Biomass Energy, Energy, Energy Management
Status
Public (AVA)
Website
avista.co
LinkedIn
Company page

Recent activity at Avista

  • : SEC 8-K (5.03): On August 17, 2026, Avista Corporation's Board of Directors amended Article III, Section 2 of the Company's Bylaws, raising the age limit for directors to be elected or re-elected from 72 to 75 years. This amendment affects corporate governance and potentially allows for the retention of experienced board members. The decision reflects the company's strategic intention to enhance stability and expertise within its leadership as they navigate future challenges. The complete amended Bylaws are filed as Exhibit 3.2.
  • : SEC 8-K (7.01): On August 3, 2026, Avista Corp. conducted a Regulation FD disclosure by holding a webcast conference call with securities analysts to discuss financial results for the second quarter of 2026. An illustrative slide presentation accompanying the call was made available on Avista Corp.'s website. This public disclosure was intended to provide transparency regarding the company's financial performance, thus ensuring that all investors have access to the same information at the same time. The corresponding slide presentation and press release are furnished as Exhibit 99.2 and Exhibit 99.1, respectively, also dated August 3, 2026.
  • : SEC 8-K (8.01): On August 1, 2026, multiple fires ignited in the Spokane, Washington area within the service territory of Avista Corporation. These fires have rapidly spread due to dry and windy conditions, leading to customer outages and evacuations. As of August 2, 2026, the fires have affected over 8,000 acres and destroyed over 600 structures, with no containment achieved. The fires have caused significant damage to Avista's transmission and distribution facilities serving West Spokane. Management is focused on serving customers and aiding recovery efforts in the impacted communities.
  • : SEC 8-K (5.02): On July 2, 2026, Jason R. Thackston announced his retirement as Senior Vice President of Growth, Energy Policy and External Relations at Avista Corporation, effective January 1, 2027. Mr. Thackston will be taking a position at Whitworth University as Vice President of Finance and Administration and Chief Financial Officer. His retirement is not associated with any disagreements with the management or Board of Directors. He will work on the transition of his responsibilities over the next six months, indicating a strategic shift in leadership within Avista Corporation.
  • : Avista Corporation Pauses Negotiations with Data Center Developer
  • : SEC 8-K (8.01): On June 12, 2026, Avista Corporation announced in a press release that it will take additional time to evaluate energy requests from new large data center developers. This decision is part of an effort to collaborate with governmental agencies to create a more coordinated planning process while incorporating stakeholder feedback. The company also indicated that negotiations regarding energy services for a data center developer's project are now on hold, following community interest and concern regarding a previously announced Memorandum of Understanding. The situation reflects a strategic pause, allowing for deeper consideration and planning for future energy services in light of community input and organizational assessment.
  • : SEC 8-K (8.01): On June 12, 2026, Avista Corporation announced via a press release that it will take additional time to evaluate the processing of energy requests from new large data center developers. This decision is in response to recent community feedback and follows the company's previous Memorandum of Understanding with a data center developer, with which negotiations for energy service are now paused. The Company aims to collaborate with governmental agencies to create a coordinated planning process addressing energy service needs. This reflects a strategic initiative to ensure stakeholder engagement and alignment on future energy development plans.
  • : SEC 8-K (8.01):
  • : Avista Corp. partners with Itron Inc. and McKinstry Co. to form Novara Energy Alliance for Spokane's energy sector collaboration.
  • : SEC 8-K (1.01):

Leadership

  • Heather Rosentrater, Chief Executive Officer

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Employee benefit plans

Avista files 1 employee benefit plan with the U.S. Department of Labor, including a retirement plan. The next plan year renews in Dec 2026.

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About Avista: questions and answers

What does Avista do?

Avista Corp is a clean utility company providing electric service to residents across 30,000 square miles in eastern Washington, northern Idaho, and parts of Oregon. It has a strong focus on renewable energy sources and community support.

Where is Avista headquartered?

Avista is headquartered in Spokane, Washington, United States.

How many employees does Avista have?

Avista has about 1,498 employees.

Who leads Avista?

Heather Rosentrater is a Chief Executive Officer at Avista.

What is the latest news on Avista?

On Aug 17, 2026, SEC 8-K (5.03): On August 17, 2026, Avista Corporation's Board of Directors amended Article III, Section 2 of the Company's Bylaws, raising the age limit for directors to be elected or re-elected from 72 to 75 years. This amendment affects corporate governance and potentially allows for the retentio

Is Avista a public company?

Yes. Avista is publicly traded under the ticker AVA.

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