Xcel Energy要求北达科他州客户在基础设施成本上提高19%的费率, Xcel Energy seeks a 19% rate hike for North Dakota customers over infrastructure costs, sparking affordability concerns ahead of a December decision.

Xcel Energy已提议将北达科他州近100 000名客户的电费提高19%, Xcel Energy has proposed a 19% electric rate increase for nearly 100,000 customers in North Dakota, prompting public concern over affordability. 北达科他州公共服务委员会在多个城市举行了投入会议,官员和居民警告说,涨幅会给家庭预算和大学供资带来压力。 The North Dakota Public Service Commission held input sessions in multiple cities, with officials and residents warning the hike could strain household budgets and university funding. 该公司说,需要增加用于包括风能、太阳能和潜在核项目在内的基础设施投资,而监管者可以调整这一请求。 The company says the increase is needed for infrastructure investments, including wind, solar, and potential nuclear projects, while regulators may adjust the request. 在正式听证和持续公开评论后,预计将在12月作出决定。 A decision is expected in December, following a formal hearing and ongoing public comment period.