Northgate Development, LLC grant funding provided for workforce training for employment in renewable energy and related construction, and money appropriated.

This bill allocates $4 million from the state's general fund to Northgate Development, LLC to provide workforce training for people facing barriers to employment in renewable energy and related construction sectors. The funding will support the Regional Apprenticeship Training Center in Minneapolis by covering facility costs, curriculum development, equipment purchases, and services such as job placement and program evaluation. Eligible training areas include solar, wind, and geothermal systems, energy efficiency improvements, battery storage, electric vehicle charging infrastructure, and grid management technologies. The legislation requires the program to prioritize outreach to residents of underserved communities and individuals who face challenges in finding work.