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Leases (Policies) | 12 Months Ended
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Dec. 31, 2024
Leases [Abstract] |
Early Termination [Policy Text Block] | The option to extend or terminate a lease is based on customary early termination provisions in the contract, such as payment defaults, bankruptcy, or lack of performance on energy delivery.

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