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Community Commitment

A dig mistake can be a big mistake.

March 30, 2023

Operational Excellence

Xcel Energy named one of the World’s Most Ethical Companies for fourth consecutive year

March 24, 2023

Environmental Leadership

Xcel Energy named one of the World’s Most Ethical Companies for fourth consecutive year

Honor recognizes integrity, culture and strong leadership in sustainability

February 23, 2023 Environmental Leadership

Earning a spot on the SEPA leaderboard

February 16, 2023 Community Commitment

Energy bills are high. Xcel Energy has a plan to help.

February 10, 2023 Operational Excellence

Minnesota sets new clean energy goals

Company will work to achieve goal while ensuring reliable and affordable service

February 1, 2023 Operational Excellence

Xcel Energy again named a World’s Most Admired Company

Fortune magazine recognizes Xcel Energy for innovation and social responsibility

January 27, 2023 Operational Excellence

Energy storage projects in the works

January 19, 2023 Community Commitment

Native American community plugs in to tailored energy-efficiency resources

January 17, 2023 Environmental Leadership

Xcel Energy receives key approvals for Colorado’s Power Pathway project

January 12, 2023 Environmental Leadership

Climate Disclosures

Report confirms Xcel Energy’s strategy built to succeed in a low-carbon future

December 21, 2022 Community Commitment

We’re ready for winter’s extremes

December 14, 2022 Environmental Leadership

Xcel Energy submits largest-ever request for new energy generation in Colorado

December 6, 2022 Operational Excellence

Xcel Energy boosting performance of its distribution grid for home and work

December 1, 2022 Community Commitment

Ideas on saving energy and money this winter

November 29, 2022 Customer Experience

Winter safety protects you and your family

November 22, 2022 Operational Excellence

Rodeos for utility workers showcase skills and create camaraderie

November 14, 2022 Environmental Leadership

Xcel Energy joins United Nations’ 24/7 Carbon-Free Energy Compact

November 7, 2022 Environmental Leadership

Minnesota plant goes boom as transition to cleaner energy marches on

October 31, 2022 Environmental Leadership

Xcel Energy proposes to exit coal by 2030

Company plans earlier coal plant retirement, accelerating its nation-leading clean energy transition

October 25, 2022 Environmental Leadership

Bringing energy career opportunities to more communities

October 18, 2022 Community Commitment

Lineworker’s running career includes finishing all 40 Twin Cities Marathons

October 12, 2022 Customer Experience

Keep meters and exhaust vents clear of ice and snow

September 30, 2022 Community Commitment

Day of Service once again provides plenty of community support

September 26, 2022 Environmental Leadership

Clean energy and electric vehicles highlight climate progress underway

September 21, 2022 Environmental Leadership

Minnesota's largest solar project moves forward

September 20, 2022 Community Commitment

Xcel Energy awarded for its commitment to service members

September 14, 2022 Community Commitment

The eloquent simplicity of Ben Cooper, a corporate painter

September 9, 2022 Environmental Leadership

Powering the future of farming

September 6, 2022 Community Commitment

Volunteer PTO allows employees to give back to their communities

August 31, 2022 Operational Excellence

Take a virtual 3D tour of Prairie Island Nuclear Generating Plant

August 25, 2022 Environmental Leadership

Building a clean energy future in the Upper Midwest

August 23, 2022 Environmental Leadership

Colorado Clean Energy Plan leads the way

August 19, 2022 Customer Experience

Working to keep costs low

August 15, 2022 Environmental Leadership

On pace for a carbon-free future and celebrating clean energy progress

August 8, 2022 Operational Excellence

Working more safely at Xcel Energy

August 2, 2022 Environmental Leadership

Transportation vision: Power all vehicles with carbon-free energy by 2050

July 28, 2022 Operational Excellence

Recognizing interns’ contributions on National Intern Day

July 22, 2022 Operational Excellence

Smart meters helping create a more resilient energy grid

July 15, 2022 Environmental Leadership

Pioneering a bridge between nuclear and a hydrogen economy

July 8, 2022 Operational Excellence

Xcel Energy celebrates National Lineworker Appreciation Day

July 7, 2022 Customer Experience

Understanding energy bill increases

July 6, 2022 Environmental Leadership

Colorado’s ‘Power Pathway’ to deliver new renewable energy

June 24, 2022 Operational Excellence

Xcel Energy ready for summer heatwaves

June 23, 2022 Customer Experience

Xcel Energy offers HomeSmart discounts for military customers

June 22, 2022 Environmental Leadership

Clean energy careers appeal to wide range of workers

June 22, 2022 Operational Excellence

Xcel Energy elects new board member

June 15, 2022 Environmental Leadership

Sustainability report highlights clean energy progress, community support

June 10, 2022 Environmental Leadership

Xcel Energy first to add all-electric bucket trucks to its fleet

May 26, 2022 Environmental Leadership

Xcel Energy recognized for climate leadership

May 16, 2022 Operational Excellence

Xcel Energy announces leadership changes

March 29, 2022 Community Commitment

Xcel Energy Foundation launches Energizing the Future grant program

March 15, 2022 Operational Excellence

Xcel Energy again named one of the World’s Most Ethical Companies

February 21, 2022 Operational Excellence

Xcel Energy honored again as a best place to work for LGBTQ equality

December 2, 2021 Operational Excellence

Supplier diversity effort hits highest annual total ever

October 31, 2021 Environmental Leadership

Xcel Energy commits to natural gas net-zero carbon goal by 2050

July 25, 2021 Customer Experience

10 simple ways to lower your bill & energy usage this summer

May 18, 2021 Environmental Leadership

Five tips to make the most of your electric vehicle summer road trip

May 4, 2021 Community Commitment

Xcel Energy employees recognized for volunteer service

New award celebrates leadership, engagement, community contributions

April 25, 2021 Community Commitment

National Work Zone Awareness Week: Move over to protect workers on roadways

April 19, 2021 Community Commitment

YMCA camp takes holistic approach to environmental learning

Xcel Energy’s Renewable*Connect adds to this real-life sustainability experience.

March 25, 2021 Operational Excellence

A dig mistake can be a big mistake

Always contact 811 before you dig

March 14, 2021 Operational Excellence

Xcel Energy celebrates Essential Workers Appreciation Week

Kept the lights on and gas flowing through challenging times

March 4, 2021 Community Commitment

Girls & Science STEAM event charges ahead

Company partners with museum to build career pathways

February 21, 2021 Environmental Leadership

Xcel Energy breaks carbon-reduction record

Cuts carbon emissions 51% since 2005

February 10, 2021 Community Commitment

What's up with all the ice dams?

Answering questions, offering solutions

January 19, 2021 Customer Experience

State-of-the-art farming requires ongoing power upgrades

Wisconsin rewiring projects enhance energy efficiency and safety

January 17, 2021 Community Commitment

Corporate sponsorships adapt during pandemic

Xcel Energy's commitment to communities, partners remains strong

January 5, 2021 Operational Excellence

How to protect yourself from utility scams

Stay alert and informed

December 29, 2020 Community Commitment

Helping communities power through a challenging year

Employees donate thousands of volunteer hours, dollars to COVID-19 relief

December 8, 2020 Operational Excellence

Hurry, Colorado electric vehicle tax credits decline January 1

Various rebate and incenitve options continue in 2021

December 2, 2020 Environmental Leadership

The very basics of electric vehicle charging

New tools and programs are now available.

November 10, 2020 Operational Excellence

Powering the economy with New Mexico transmission line

Increased electric load capacity helps communities, businesses and renewable energy development

November 10, 2020 Operational Excellence

Be prepared when severe winter weather hits

October 28, 2020 Community Commitment

Mutual Assistance: a unique network of sharing

After the storm, here’s how utilities rally for recovery

October 25, 2020 Operational Excellence

Experience is always the best teacher

Wisconsin interns tackle real world energy issues

October 21, 2020 Environmental Leadership

Wind project brings benefits to eastern Colorado

Nearly $30 million in local, rural tax revenues and clean energy to power about 270,000 typical home

October 6, 2020 Customer Experience

Energy Advisors are here to answer business needs

Helping create energy efficiency best practices in challenging times.

September 26, 2020 Operational Excellence

Get revved up for National Drive Electric Week

EV Webinars, rebates, sweepstakes & more during National Drive Electric Week 2020

August 26, 2020 Environmental Leadership

Got electric vehicle questions?

Get real answers from real people.

August 13, 2020 Environmental Leadership

Making wind energy work for wildlife

Careful project siting, planning and monitoring – all part of a commitment to responsible wind devel

August 13, 2020 Environmental Leadership

Wind power matures as top renewable source

More effective and affordable, wind is just getting started.

August 10, 2020 Environmental Leadership

The power to transform: Xcel Energy’s bold vision for electric transportation

Powering 1.5 million electric vehicles by 2030, delivering cleaner air and significant customer savi

July 31, 2020 Environmental Leadership

Establishing a clean energy model

Xcel Energy’s carbon-free electricity transformation gaining national momentum.

July 20, 2020 Customer Experience

Wisconsin going virtual with free business visits.

Discovering energy savings from a safe distance

July 14, 2020 Community Commitment

Pitching in by reaching out: How we’re supporting communities during COVID-19

Ramping up our giving efforts to help our communities power through

July 7, 2020 Operational Excellence

Xcel Energy celebrates National Lineworker Appreciation Day 2020

Proven and essential first-responders adapt to new challenges.

June 24, 2020 Operational Excellence

Dig safely this summer

Know what's underground before you dig

June 18, 2020 Community Commitment

Creating a buzz to empower pollinators

Developing sustainable native landscapes benefits nature while reducing maintenance

June 17, 2020 Operational Excellence

Aggressive and personal 2020 missions set

Ben Fowke Elected to EEI Chairman of the Board

June 8, 2020 Operational Excellence

Be aware: Utility scams on the rise

Going door to door, calling, or emailing, scammers are busy trying to deceive you.

May 11, 2020 Customer Experience

Home energy efficiency visits go virtual

New: No-cost service offers DIY cost-savings opportunities, remotely.

April 19, 2020 Operational Excellence

Our safety is in your hands

National Work Zone Awareness Week is April 20-24

April 18, 2020 Operational Excellence

#XEproud of our mission critical teams

Free coloring sheets salute our employees delivering vital services

April 12, 2020 Operational Excellence

A practical guide to severe weather season

How to be aware and prepared

February 21, 2020 Operational Excellence

Keeping your gas meter safe and clear of ice and snow

Helpful tips & a printable winter safety sheet

February 19, 2020 Environmental Leadership

The original renewable energy source, still going strong

Hydro plants provide colorful history and clean energy for tomorrow

January 22, 2020 Environmental Leadership

Rising to the challenges: Innovative approaches provide new solutions

Building better ways to connect our grid with renewable energy sources

January 21, 2020 Operational Excellence

A subscription to power your car?

Get charged up for one low, flat monthly price

January 19, 2020 Operational Excellence

Bird Cam season has arrived!

Watch and learn about Xcel Energy’s eagles, falcons, and more

January 7, 2020 Customer Experience

Winter energy saving tips [infographic]

10 simple ways to lower your bill & energy usage

January 1, 2020 Environmental Leadership

Discover savings by driving an electric vehicle

An enhanced EV Advisor helps show you the money.

December 22, 2019 Community Commitment

Closing the education gap

Xcel Energy Foundation grant recipient creates education plans, career paths for Native American you

November 24, 2019 Community Commitment

Into the Colorado wild

Xcel Energy Foundation grant recipient provides youth with outdoor educational experiences

November 7, 2019 Operational Excellence

Veterans find a full range of support at Xcel Energy

Valued for service and skills

November 3, 2019 Community Commitment

Empowering the next generation of STEM leaders

Xcel Energy Foundation grant recipient encourages girls to pursue STEM careers during annual confere

September 19, 2019 Community Commitment

Thousands come together to give back to communities

Volunteers serve 130 nonprofits, 58 cities during annual Day of Service

September 16, 2019 Customer Experience

Exploring electric vehicle fleet potential

Xcel Energy teams with FleetCarma®, several local communities, and HealthPartners to create a strate

July 31, 2019 Community Commitment

5 reasons to volunteer for Day of Service

Join Xcel Energy on September 7 and make a positive impact in our communities

July 30, 2019 Customer Experience

Energy benchmarking comes of age

Demands for greater energy efficiency drive new best practices

July 24, 2019 Operational Excellence

National Intern Day highlights need for student support

Hiring of scholarship recipients is a key part of our internal effort

July 11, 2019 Customer Experience

Energy efficiency via recommissioning: the journey is the destination

Sustainable Energy Savings (SES) finds attractive savings across projects

June 19, 2019 Customer Experience

Helping glass recycler see cleaner and leaner operations.

Blackhawk Equipment finds compressed air efficiency -- all around the plant.

June 18, 2019 Environmental Leadership

Summer solstice marks launch of unique STEM learning experience

New solar array energized at Thomas A. Edison High School in Minneapolis

June 9, 2019 Operational Excellence

50 years in the making: Pride Month 2019

Xcel Energy events celebrate Pride and mark an important anniversary

June 2, 2019 Community Commitment

The buzz around Hale Wind Project

Xcel Energy’s conservation values seen in action during successful honeybee transport

May 29, 2019 Community Commitment

Update: serving our troops

Live video connects remote soldiers with their families for a special meal

May 27, 2019 Operational Excellence

Employees make safety pledge to their families

“Safety Promise” video series reveals profound meaning behind daily work routines

May 12, 2019 Operational Excellence

Xcel Energy employee saves family of 4

Journeyman mechanic earns Life Sustaining Award for going beyond call of duty

May 2, 2019 Community Commitment

30+ facts about Peregrine Falcons [infographic]

Here's everything you need to know about peregrine falcons

May 2, 2019 Customer Experience

Energy efficiency lessons learned

Multiple-choice approach best for schools.

April 22, 2019 Community Commitment

Helping pollinators feel right at home

How to create a welcoming pollinator habitat in your yard

April 21, 2019 Customer Experience

Why you should ‘spring clean’ your home appliances

Avoid unexpected, costly repairs with a HomeSmart appliance repair plan

April 16, 2019 Community Commitment

Giving back to your communities [infographic]

Xcel Energy contributes more than $11M in charitable giving, records 94,000 volunteer hours

April 7, 2019 Environmental Leadership

How we're making Earth Day easy for you

A quick guide to simple acts of energy efficiency

April 7, 2019 Operational Excellence

Hurricane Maria power restoration: 3,000 strong

"One Team - One Mission" theme brought electric industry together in Puerto

April 3, 2019 Operational Excellence

Why interns are so important to Xcel Energy

Interns launch their careers while new thinking gets shared company-wide

March 31, 2019 Community Commitment

Brewing acceptance and inclusion

Xcel Energy Employee Choice Grant recipient empowers individuals with autism

March 27, 2019 Operational Excellence

A connection made. A life saved

Two lives meet in a moment of gratefulness

March 18, 2019 Community Commitment

25+ facts about bald eagles [infographic]

Everything you've ever wanted to know about bald eagles

March 5, 2019 Community Commitment

Full STEAM ahead

Nearly 8,000 girls & families come out for fifth annual Girls & Science

February 13, 2019 Customer Experience

"Best in show" for energy savings

Helping people, communities and businesses realize real energy efficiency savings

February 7, 2019 Community Commitment

Connecting teens with nature

Xcel Energy-Colorado partners with nonprofit to build 25 bicycles

January 30, 2019 Community Commitment

Coming together to make it through our extreme weather

Every little effort made a difference

January 8, 2019 Operational Excellence

Xcel Energy's 2050 carbon-free vision will take an all-in effort

How we’re planning to meet this challenge

December 17, 2018 Environmental Leadership

Electric vehicle recap 2018: Paving the road ahead

As charging and vehicle choices expand, so does ownership.

November 20, 2018 Environmental Leadership

Used electric vehicles: surprisingly affordable and selling fast

An attractive alternative for car shoppers

November 5, 2018 Customer Experience

Right-sizing the future of Denver

Chiller Systems Service Inc. provides unique HVAC solutions

October 9, 2018 Environmental Leadership

Made in Minnesota

New campaign with a local twist

September 20, 2018 Customer Experience

LED lighting upgrade: big impact for small business

Brighter lighting helps baking and customer satisfaction

September 18, 2018 Environmental Leadership

We make renewable energy options simple

Explore your renewable energy options and help plant hundreds of trees

September 14, 2018 Customer Experience

We make renewable energy options simple.

September 10, 2018 Customer Experience

Creating energy efficiency milestones

Building Construction projects leverage EDA for 25% on Average Savings

September 9, 2018 Environmental Leadership

Five electric car myths shattered

Discover why it’s a great time to drive electric

August 20, 2018 Operational Excellence

Giving your boss a lift after hours?

Xcel Energy employees partake in unique military service support program

August 12, 2018 Customer Experience

Kraus-Anderson creates new energy efficient headquarters

Energy Design Assistance (EDA) program delivers measurable savings

August 1, 2018 Environmental Leadership

Colorado’s largest wind farm rises to the sky

Xcel Energy, Vestas & Mortensen Construction partner on carbon-free future

June 18, 2018 Community Commitment

Xcel Energy partners to celebrate pollinators

75% of the world’s food crops depend, at least in part, on pollination

May 30, 2018 Operational Excellence

Time to move over for better road safety

New law expands the Ted Foss Move Over Law

May 24, 2018 Environmental Leadership

Leading the clean energy transition in 2018

Xcel Energy reduces carbon emissions 35% since 2005

May 20, 2018 Customer Experience

Getting just the right light

CED of Denver shares the latest on LED lighting technology

April 15, 2018 Operational Excellence

Xcel Energy Executive Teresa Mogensen reflects on benefits of risk taking

Xcel Energy Executive Teresa Mogensen Reflects on Benefits of Risk Taking

March 13, 2018 Environmental Leadership

EV drivers have time on their side

How EV timers help bring equilibrium to our energy grid

March 6, 2018 Operational Excellence

Chris Clark to co-chair self-driving vehicles council

Council will study opportunities autonomous tech could bring to Minnesota

February 21, 2018 Customer Experience

Preparing buildings for their second life

Energy Services of Colorado brings retrofitting expertise to growing market

February 13, 2018 Operational Excellence

Xcel Energy’s Ben Fowke named Executive of the Year

Recognized for personal, professional accomplishments

January 17, 2018 Community Commitment

Stepping lightly amidst nature

Mississippi backwater project requires an extraordinary approach

January 16, 2018 Operational Excellence

Xcel Energy employees discover remnants of B-52 bomber crash

Piece of history uncovered; finds new home in northern Wisconsin museum

January 9, 2018 Environmental Leadership

Electric vehicle winter driving tips

Practical ideas for safe, comfortable EV motoring

December 19, 2017 Environmental Leadership

Electric vehicle history 101: how we got here

An Intriguing Legacy of Reincarnation.

November 26, 2017 Operational Excellence

Our culture of diversity is thriving

Xcel Energy earns national equality-index honor

September 27, 2017 Environmental Leadership

Celebrating a cleaner kilowatt hour

Reducing carbon emissions with reliable, affordable energy

September 7, 2017 Environmental Leadership

Are you up for the electric vehicle lifestyle?

Curious about what driving an EV is really like? Read on...

May 26, 2015 Community Commitment

Why our commitment to local birds has been taking flight for 25 years

Check out the birdcam link for all the action