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PROPERTY, PLANT, AND EQUIPMENT - SAMSON I SOLAR ENERGY CENTER LLC (Details) - Samson I Solar Energy Center - Samson I Solar Energy Center $ in Millions | 6 Months Ended
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Jun. 30, 2023 USD ($)
Property, plant, and equipment |
Percentage of the facility that incurred damage | 40.00%
Impairment of Samson I | $ 1.6
Insurance receivable | $ 1.6

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