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Revenue - Schedule of Utilities Operating Revenue Expense Taxes (Details) - USD ($) $ in Thousands | 3 Months Ended | 9 Months Ended
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Sep. 30, 2020 | Sep. 30, 2019 | Sep. 30, 2020 | Sep. 30, 2019
Revenue From Contract With Customer [Abstract] |  |  |  |
Utility-related taxes | $ 12,411 | $ 11,867 | $ 43,989 | $ 43,644

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