PowerOn Midwest Economic Impact Report Highlights Billions in Benefits for Minnesota

A new report projects major job creation, economic growth and long-term tax revenue as region prepares for rising energy demand.

PowerOn Midwest will generate billions in economic activity, support thousands of jobs and strengthen local tax bases across Minnesota and South Dakota as electricity demand accelerates in the coming decade, according to a new economic study released today.

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PowerOn Midwest, a series of new electric transmission projects anchored by a 765 kV backbone transmission line, will help ensure the region has the energy transmission capacity needed to maintain reliability while meeting rising electric demand, attracting new employers and investment, and supporting long-term economic competitiveness.