Xcel Energy to Decommission Sioux Falls Power Plant, Requests Comments and Hearing

Summary

Xcel Energy is considering decommissioning its Pathfinder site in Sioux Falls, South Dakota, and is seeking public comments and a potential hearing on the matter.

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