Minneapolis (March 28, 2019) – Xcel Energy has been selected among the nation’s top corporations for lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, and queer (LGBTQ) equality by earning a perfect score on the Human Rights Campaign’s (HRC) 2019 Corporate Equality Index (CEI). Xcel Energy joins the ranks of over 560 major U.S. businesses that also earned top marks this year. 

“We are proud to be recognized once again for our policies, practices and commitment to equal employment,” said Darla Figoli, senior vice president, human resources and employee services, Xcel Energy. “Our company is committed to fostering and upholding a culture of diversity and inclusion, and treating all people with respect, which allows us to attract and retain the best and brightest talent.”

Xcel Energy has been rated on the HRC’s Corporate Equality Index for 16 years. For the third consecutive year, Xcel Energy achieved a perfect score of 100 points on the index and the distinction of “Best Places to Work for LGBTQ Equality.”

The CEI is a national benchmarking tool which evaluates LGBTQ-related policies and practices within corporations nationwide. The rating process considers factors such as equivalency in spousal and partner benefits, equal employment opportunity policy, LGBTQ-specific public engagement efforts and responsible citizenship.

Promoting a culture of diversity and inclusion has long been one of Xcel Energy’s corporate values. Since 1995, Xcel Energy has offered benefits to employees’ domestic partners and children, allowing LGBTQ families access to equal benefits. The company continually raises the bar on its own performance by developing new diversity and inclusion initiatives throughout the organization. Xcel Energy’s inclusive culture is imperative to creating a collaborative and productive workplace which enables the company to provide the highest quality services to customers.

For more information on the 2019 Corporate Equality Index, or to download a free copy of the report, visit www.hrc.org/cei.

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