Xcel Energy Power Up Program

Xcel Energy is leveraging Minnesota Department of Employment and Economic Development (DEED) expertise in training program oversight and grant management to issue a request for proposals (RFP) from Minnesota training providers. The Xcel Energy Power Up training program will provide a workforce training pipeline for a variety of energy-related construction occupations. Xcel Energy is investing $4 million in the initiative, $3.6 million of which will go toward two $1.8 million grants to provide apprenticeship readiness and basic construction skills training over four years.

Resources for Grantees

• SFY 2024 - 2025 Quarterly Report Template
• Xcel Energy Power Up/Adult Career Pathways Addendum
• Xcel Energy Power Up Program Application
• Community Engagement Session
• Press Release: DEED and Xcel Energy Announce Power Up Program Providers; Will Provide Training and Job Placement to Help Meet Clean Energy Transition Needs
• Press Release: Xcel Energy and DEED Call for Community Partners to Provide Construction Training
• Power Up Program Presentation June 14, 2023