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Regulated Operations - Minnesota Solar Energy Standard (Details) $ in Millions | Jun. 30, 2020 USD ($) MW
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Regulated Operations [Abstract] |
Estimated Investment Amount | $ | $ 40
Estimated Generation from Projects Under Development | MW | 20

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