Revenue - Schedule of Utilities Operating Revenue Expense Taxes (Details) - USD ($) $ in Thousands	3 Months Ended	6 Months Ended
Jun. 30, 2023	Jun. 30, 2022	Jun. 30, 2023	Jun. 30, 2022
Revenue from Contract with Customer [Abstract]
Utility-related taxes	$ 16,133	$ 14,908	$ 41,872	$ 37,042

Public Utility Operating Expenses Excise Taxes Collected and Reported Gross in Revenues and Operating Expenses

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