“The Attorney General’s Office reached a settlement on Sept. 9 with Minnesota Valley in the civil lawsuit the office originally brought against the cooperative after it discontinued electrical service to a now 70-year-old man in Yellow Medicine County.”

Minnesota Valley, AG Ellison settle disconnection lawsuit

The Montevideo-based electric cooperative agreed to better inform customers of options to avoid disconnection and will forgive the remaining bill of a customer with a medical need for power.

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‼️ REMINDER: Your utilities can get disconnected in the winter if you don’t set up and keep up with a payment plan. Get familiar with the ins-and-outs of the Cold Weather Rule, payment arrangements, and utility shutoff policies on CUB’s website. More here: buff.ly/1DzH9b8

What to know about past-due bills and shutoffs

The end of the Cold Weather Rule is fast approaching, which means certain protections against utility disconnections will no longer be available to residential households. If you or someone you know…

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Complaints from Xcel customers related to billing and customer service rose 450% from 2019-2024, and customers report ongoing issues. Share your experience today: bit.ly/your-xcel-st...

CUB's Olivia Carroll is presenting at the PUC this morning about utility conservation programs (ECO), including their benefits to Minnesota consumers. Watch here: minnesotapuc.granicus.com/MediaPlayer....

We know we’re only halfway through September, but winter has a way of sneaking up on Minnesotans. Take a look at our efficiency tips for the cold months and prepare yourself for your heating bill: cubminnesota.org/efficiency-t...

Efficiency Tips

The cheapest and cleanest energy is the energy you don’t use. Improving the efficiency of your home can pay off multiple times over. Use the tips below to save money year-round.

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CUB has reviewed Google's proposed contract for electric service for the Hermantown data center. We are asking for several changes to protect Minnesota Power ratepayers from costs and risks created by the data center. CUB's filing with the PUC here: efiling.web.commerce.state.mn.us/documents/%7...

BREAKING: The DC Circuit Court of Appeals has struck down a US Dept. of Energy "emergency" order requiring a Michigan coal plant to remain in operation, siding with ratepayer advocates and others. We'll have more info soon. news.bloomberglaw.com/environment-... 🔌💡

Court Rejects Federal Order Keeping Michigan Coal Plant Open

The Energy Department doesn’t have the authority to use emergency powers under federal law to block the closure of the J.H. Campbell coal-fired power plant in Michigan, the DC Circuit said Friday.

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CUB is working hard to ensure that large data centers in MN don’t increase household energy bills. We just published a page on our website all about data center development. 🔹What protections do Minnesotans have when it comes to data center energy use? 🔹How will protections be implemented? -->

Terry Zeien, an Xcel customer in Lakeville, has had a hangar at Airlake Airport in Lakeville for more than three decades. His electric bill was typically around $40/mo. Starting in May 2025, his monthly bill skyrocketed - some months, higher than $10k. His total balance right now is more than $60k.

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A Lakeville airplane hangar owner says his Xcel Energy bill jumped from about $40 a month to upwards of $10,000 in some months, despite no major change in his power usage. His account balance has now topped $61,000, and Xcel says it plans to investigate further.

Set up a free bill consultation with CUB to get answers to any of your energy bill questions! Schedule a time here: cubminnesota.org/energy-bill-...

Energy Bill Consultations

Over the course of 30 minutes, together we'll review your utility bills. We'll ask you questions about your home and habits to better understand how you use energy. We'll identify why you're paying…

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Key takeaways from Xcel’s latest earnings report: 🔹 Xcel earned $586 million in the second quarter of 2026, $142 million more than the same period last year 🔹 Earnings per share from Minnesota continue to increase More on Xcel’s earnings report on CUB’s website: cubminnesota.org/xcel-energys...

Xcel Energy’s 2026 second quarter earnings up $142 million compared to 2025

Xcel earned $586 million in the second quarter of 2026—$142 million more than the quarterly earnings reported for same period last year—according to the company’s 2026 second quarter earnings report.

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🚨 The Public Utilities Commission has opened an investigation into Xcel Energy following an alarming rise in billing errors and concerns around customer service issues 🚨 -->-->-->

“The company reported more than $2 billion in earnings last year, and in every earnings report we see that those numbers go up,” said Levenson-Falk, the Citizens Utility Board’s executive director. “But ratepayers, on the other hand, are already struggling to afford electricity service.”

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Many Minnesotans experienced sticker shock at their latest energy bill, with the cost of energy a leading source of inflation nationally. Hot temperatures, grid upgrades and higher returns are some of the factors behind these high energy costs.

Minnesota ratepayers have rights set by state law. Learn more about your rights and obligations as a utility customer. More about your rights on our website: cubminnesota.org/know-your-ri...

Swing by the ECO Building at the State Fair on August 31 or September 4 to grab your CUB hand fan 😎 AND you can enter your name for a chance to win a brand new air purifier! #MinnesotaStateFair #GreatMinnesotaGetTogether #ecoexperience

Do you rent your home here in Minnesota? If you've been running an AC, chances are you’ve seen really high electric bills over the past few months.

Thank you to Anoka County Brotherhood Council for having CUB at Produce in the Park! ACBC is an essential resource for Anoka County residents, and we appreciate the opportunity to provide utility bill support. More about ACBC: www.acbcfoodshelf.com

Minnesotans shouldn’t have to pay more so a utility can boost its profits. That’s why I’m challenging Xcel’s rate increase and fighting to make sure Minnesotans—not corporate shareholders—come first. www.startribune.com/ellison-chal...

Ellison challenges Xcel rate increase as customer frustration surges

The new rates raise electricity costs by an estimated 5.8% compared with 2024. More than 8,600 public comments poured into the case.

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CUB is so pleased to have Mettie Lee join the team as a full-time Program Coordinator! In this new role, she supports our Outreach and Communications work, and makes sure that CUB’s operations run smoothly. Learn more about Mettie from this Q&A published earlier this year: buff.ly/Cji8VAi

Meet Mettie Lee, CUB's Outreach Intern

Welcome to the CUB team Mettie Lee, our new Outreach Intern. She joins the CUB team with a focus on health as she pursues a degree in Public Health Sciences at Hamline University. Mettie is jumping…

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The Attorney General, CUB, and now the Minnesota Department of Commerce under Governor Walz are all calling for the PUC to reverse its recent decision to raise Xcel's return on equity.

Have you ever taken advantage of an appliance rebate offered by your utility? Have you ever received an email from your utility analyzing your energy usage, with tips to be more energy efficient?  If so, you’ve taken advantage of energy efficiency programming made available through the ECO Act.

CUB believes the decision to increase Xcel’s return was neither in the public interest nor supported by record evidence in the case. You can share your thoughts and submit comment at the PUC by emailing consumer.puc@state.mn.us and including Docket #24-320 in the subject line.

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State regulators allowed Xcel to increase its profit margin, which would cost ratepayers $210M over the next two years. AG Keith Ellison and Minnesota's Citizens Utility Board are petitioning state regulators to reconsider the move.

State regulators allowed Xcel to increase its profit margin, which would cost ratepayers $210M over the next two years. AG Keith Ellison and Minnesota's Citizens Utility Board are petitioning state regulators to reconsider the move.

Consumer advocates urge state board to reconsider Xcel's hefty increase • Minnesota Reformer

Consumer advocates and utility watchdog groups have long criticized investor-owned utilities like Xcel for earning what they say are excessive profits at ratepayers’ expense.

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CUB just filed a petition with the PUC requesting it reconsider allowing Xcel to increase the amount it charges to ratepayers to fund the company’s return. Increasing Xcel's ROE to 9.6% will cost Minnesotans ~$34mil/yr. Xcel does not need a higher ROE, and Minnesotans can’t afford it. More below:

AG, CUB ask PUC to reverse decision to increase Xcel’s authorized return

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The Minnesota PUC just issued its final written order in Xcel's latest request to increase electric rates. Minnesota customers could see their monthly bills go up as soon as this fall. While we dig into the order, read more about Xcel's electric rate case on our website: buff.ly/w11LutW

PUC issues verbal decision on Xcel electric rate increase

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Minnesotans across the state are dealing with excessive heat and hazardous air quality. Here's what it looks like from CUB's office in downtown St. Paul.

Back in February, we launched the Lights On, Homes Warm fund to help Minnesotans struggling with their utility bills. Since then, we've been able to distribute over $300,000 in financial aid to 660 households from every corner of the state.

Ratepayers from Minnesota and throughout the upper Midwest might be stuck with these unnecessary costs: nwitimes.com/news/local/a...

NIPSCO has lost $11.5 million following federal order to keep coal-fired units running

NIPSCO estimates it has lost $11.5 million so far following a federal order requiring it to keep two coal-fired units at its generating station in Wheatfield past their scheduled retirement.

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Find the latest clean energy jobs in Minnesota like Outreach and Communications Intern with @cubmn.bsky.social, Southwest RSDP Outreach Specialist with @umnextension.bsky.social RSDP, Community Liaison with MIGIZI Communications Inc., and more! www.cleanenergyresourceteams.org/job-board

Clean Energy Job Board

Find green jobs across Minnesota

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Join the CUB team! We’re seeking a part-time paid Outreach & Communications intern to support our work. More about the job and how to apply here: cubminnesota.org/sites/defaul...