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New York Expands Clean Energy Training
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Executive Summary
New York adds $55 million to workforce programs that train residents for clean energy jobs and support the states solar, wind and grid buildout.
- New York added $50 million to NYSERDA workforce programs, lifting total support to $320 million
- The funding expands Clean Energy Career Pathways and Technical Skills Training and Upskilling
- Programs will train new and current workers for energy efficiency, electrification, renewables and grid work
- Career Pathways uses clean energy projects to provide training, career prep, wraparound services and job placement
- Applications run through November 23, 2027 for Career Pathways and September 30, 2030 for upskilling
- NYPA also approved $5 million for eight programs expected to train and place more than 1,000 New Yorkers
- New York says 184,000 people worked in clean energy in 2025 and more training is needed
Quick Facts
- What: Expanded clean energy workforce training funding and programs
- Where: Across New York State
- Why: To prepare workers for clean energy jobs and support lower energy costs
- Who: New York state officials and NYSERDA and NYPA
- When: Announced in 2025 with applications through 2030
Coverage Timeline: 2 Days
Featured Article
New York increased NYSERDA clean energy workforce funding by $50 million in the 2020s to expand job training for renewables construction and grid and electrification skills.
Additional Articles
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New York Governor Kathy Hochul announced NYSERDA-administered $50 million for clean energy workforce training funded by RGGI and a 2025 energy-efficiency order.
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Kathy Hochul announced NYPA awards of $5 million in New York to train and place more than 1,000 residents into clean energy jobs via eight grant-funded programs.