Xcel Energy is an electric utility company that provides services to customers in North Dakota. The company has been operating in the state since 2000, when it acquired Northern States Power Company. Xcel Energy now serves approximately 98,000 electric customers in North Dakota, including both residential and commercial customers. The company's operations in the state involve generating electricity from a mix of sources, including coal, wind, and natural gas, and distributing that electricity through its transmission and distribution systems. Xcel Energy has also implemented various energy efficiency programs in North Dakota to help customers reduce their energy consumption and save money on their bills. Overall, Xcel Energy is committed to providing safe, reliable, and affordable electricity to its customers in North Dakota.