Ford Pro, the commercial division within Ford Motor Co., and Xcel Energy, a Minneapolis based utility, have partnered to support the deployment of 30,000 electric vehicle charging ports in Xcel Energy service territories across the U.S. by 2030, according to a press release.

The companies are launching the 30x30 initiative within Xcel Energy's broader Electric Vehicle Supply Infrastructure program to scale EV adoption and increase access to charging infrastructure for business fleets across Xcel Energy's service areas in the U.S.

Through the program, most upfront costs for EV charging equipment and installation for businesses will be offset by Xcel Energy. Ford Pro will offer its suite of end-to-end charging solutions to Xcel Energy business customers as part of the effort.

Starting in 2024, 30x30 will be available through Xcel Energy's EVSI program in Colorado and Wisconsin. The program will seek opportunities for expansion in future states over the next six years within Xcel Energy's service territories, pending regulatory approvals, including Michigan, Minnesota, New Mexico, North Dakota, South Dakota and Texas.

Together, the companies will streamline the process for businesses to acquire EV charging and support. Subject to applicable program requirements, Xcel Energy will install the charging infrastructure for business customers that qualify for and enroll in an approved EVSI program in the customer's service location, with most upfront costs offset by Xcel Energy. Ford Pro will provide Ford Pro Charging equipment and post-installation customer service and support.

Business fleets can also benefit from Ford Pro Intelligence, which offers smart charging software and connected solutions like Ford Pro Telematics. The integrated software and hardware solutions help increase uptime and potentially lower operational costs by allowing businesses to access data from both vehicles and chargers.

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