The Sherco power plant in Becker has already begun phasing out its coal units as part of Xcel Energy’s plans to move toward renewable energy. In its place, the company launched the first stage ...

gathered on Tuesday at Xcel Energy's Sherco Solar plant near St. Cloud to celebrate a milestone in the state's shift toward carbon-free electricity. The sun was hard to find, but its power was ...

With the Sherco power plant winding down its coal use, many companies see an opportunity to move into the area.