Commitments (Details) $ in Millions	Dec. 31, 2016 USD ($)
Commitments and Contingencies Disclosure [Abstract]
Commitments related to firm quantities of gas and open purchase orders	$ 26.3

Represents the commitments amount related to firm quantities of gas and open purchase orders.

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