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Leases - Land Leases -Non-Utility Energy Infrastructure Solar Generation (Details) - renewal_terms | 12 Months Ended |
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Dec. 31, 2024 | Feb. 11, 2025
Hardin Solar III Energy Center | Subsequent event | WECI |  |
Leases |  |
Ownership interest in generating facility acquired |  | 90.00%
Land lease - non-utility energy infrastructure solar generation |  |
Leases |  |
Minimum number of contract renewals | 1 |
Contract term | 50 years |

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