# Xcel Energy

Type: Company (XEL)

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## Recent coverage (2 stories, network-wide)

### Colorado and Environmental Groups Sue DOE Over 'Illegal' Coal Plant Mandate
2026-03-20 01:16:25 · Sector: climate · Sentiment: Negative · Impact: 6/10 · Sources: 2

The State of Colorado and a coalition of environmental advocacy groups have filed a lawsuit against the U.S. Department of Energy, challenging a federal order that mandates the continued operation of coal-fired power plants slated for retirement. The plaintiffs argue the order is an illegal overreach that violates state sovereignty and federal administrative law.
Full story: https://getclimatebrief.com/story/colorado-sues-doe-coal-plant-order

### Minnesota Renames Community Solar Program for 'Solar Godmother' Melissa Hortman
2026-03-06 02:36:13 · Sector: climate · Sentiment: Neutral · Impact: 5/10 · Sources: 2

Minnesota has officially renamed its landmark Community Solar Garden program in honor of House Speaker Melissa Hortman, the primary architect of the state's distributed energy framework. The move celebrates a decade of growth that has established Minnesota as a national leader in solar access and underscores the state's commitment to 100% clean energy by 2040.
Full story: https://getclimatebrief.com/story/minnesota-renames-community-solar-program-melissa-hortman

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