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Xcel Energy Wants To Raise Natural Gas Rates In Minnesota. Customers Can Weigh In.
The energy company said on average, customers would see an 8.7% increase, or $7.11 added to their bill each month, if approved.
Updated on: March 17, 2026
Xcel Energy wants to increase rates for 492,000 natural gas customers in Minnesota.
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The energy company said on average, customers would see an 8.7% increase, or $7.11 added to their bill each month, if the proposal is approved.
An Xcel Energy spokesperson said the increases would support safety improvements at natural gas peaking plants in Inver Grove Heights, Mendota Heights and Maplewood. The additional funds would fund technology updates and improvements to distribution infrastructure.
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