News Releases

Otter Tail Power Company and Xcel Energy filed an application for a transmission line Facility Permit that will help meet the significant electric growth predicted for South Dakota and the surrounding region.

MINNEAPOLIS (July 12, 2026) — Xcel Energy is preparing for extreme heat expected across the Dakotas, Minnesota and western Wisconsin starting today and continuing into Tuesday. Crews and operations teams are ready to safely respond and restore power ...

Tax credit to deliver more than $330 million in savings over two years

Customers can take action to reduce the impact on their energy bills

MINNEAPOLIS (Dec. 11, 2025) — With temperatures forecasted to drop below zero in the coming days, Xcel Energy is preparing for extreme cold across the Upper Midwest beginning Friday through Monday. The company is offering tips to help customers save ...

SIOUX FALLS, S.D. (July 29, 2025) — Xcel Energy crews have returned electric service to 85% of the customers who lost power during last night's severe storms as restoration efforts continue. The storm brought heavy rains and powerful winds exceeding ...

SIOUX FALLS, S.D. (June 19, 2025) — With summer heat on its way, including a stretch of hot days through this weekend, Xcel Energy is committed to helping customers save energy and money while staying cool. The company keeps costs low for customers ...

Average residential customer to see more than $50 refund

Xcel Energy’s ambitious plan to advance carbon reductions while continuing to deliver reliable energy and keeping customers’ bills low gained approval from the Minnesota Public Utilities Commission today.

MINNEAPOLIS (Oct. 10, 2024) - Xcel Energy has employees in Florida ready to respond to power outages from Hurricane Milton after finishing power restoration efforts in Georgia following Hurricane Helene.Over 100 employees made up of line workers, ...