For 137 years, Avista has been part of the everyday moments that make life work. From lights coming on at dusk to warm homes during long winters and businesses opening their doors each morning, Avista has served communities across the Inland Northwest and beyond.
On March 13, Avista marks its 137th anniversary. It is a moment to pause and reflect on a long history shaped not just by technology or infrastructure, but by people. Customers, employees and communities have grown together for more than a century.
From the beginning, Avista’s role has been about more than providing electricity and natural gas. It is about earning trust. It is about caring for the communities we serve and being there when it matters most, whether during severe weather, changing times or everyday life.
That shared history comes to life in The Spirit of Avista, a documentary that tells the company’s story through the voices of those who have lived it. The film highlights how employees, customers and communities have supported one another over generations, and how that connection continues to guide Avista today.
Watch The Spirit of Avista documentary.
While 137 years is a milestone worth honoring, Avista’s focus remains on what comes next. The work continues to serve with care, invest in local communities and honor the responsibility that comes with being a trusted energy provider.
Thank you for being part of Avista’s story, yesterday, today and into the future.