Empire District Electric

Empire District Electric Company, founded in 1909 and based in Joplin, Missouri, served customers across Missouri, Kansas, Oklahoma, and Arkansas. It provided electric, natural gas, water, and fiber optic services. In 2017, it was acquired by Liberty Utilities, a subsidiary of Algonquin Power & Utilities. After the acquisition, Empire District became part of Liberty Utilities but retained its brand. The company focuses on reliable and sustainable utility services. It continues serving its regional customers under Liberty Utilities. Empire District Electric remains an important utility provider in the central U.S.