AI Prospecting for Xcel Energy

Xcel Energy has gained approval from the Minnesota Public Utilities Commission to build the Minnesota Energy Connection transmission line, a 175-mile project to deliver clean electricity to over 1 million homes in the Upper Midwest, with construction starting in 2026 and completion expected by 2028[2].

Xcel Energy will host a conference call on April 24, 2025, to review its first quarter 2025 financial results, with the earnings report released prior to the market open on the same date[2][4].

Xcel Energy has installed a safety system at the Hayward Hydro plant, featuring automatic spillway gate openings with audible warnings and strobe lights to enhance safety for recreational users near dams, especially with the upcoming Wisconsin fishing season[4]. Xcel Energy also announced a new multi-year partnership with the Minnesota Wild, focusing on community initiatives, including the 'Community Power Play' program to expand access to hockey for children and families across Minnesota[3]. Additionally, Xcel Energy is advising customers to call 8-1-1 to have underground utility lines marked before starting any spring digging projects to ensure safety[1].