Clean Energy Training Resources

When It Comes to Energy Efficiency and Clean Energy— Knowledge Is Power

New York’s growing clean energy economy offers opportunities for everyone. NYSERDA has a variety of workforce development and training resources for students, jobseekers, employers, training providers, building owners, and other partners.

NYSERDA Workforce Development Program Resources

• Workforce Program Definitions: Access a glossary of common terms found in NYSERDA’s workforce development and training solicitations which can be referenced to help with your application process.
• Example Training Projects: Find inspiration for training projects at your organization by learning about the variety of technology areas, the mix of training providers, and the types of training program formats funded through NYSERDA’s Workforce Development and Training programs.
• Participating Clean Energy Employers: Explore the businesses and organizations that are participating as employers in NYSERDA’s Workforce Development and Training programs to find an opportunity that aligns with your career goals.
• Partner Connector: Join an online network of training providers, employers, community partners, and other organizations that are interested in forming partnerships and collaborating within our workforce development and training programs.

Additional Training and Workforce Development Resources

• Clean Energy Career Maps: Explore various paths for growth and career advancement in the field of clean energy.
• Offshore Wind Training and Career Pathways Site: Learn about the wide range of career pathways and training opportunities in the growing offshore wind industry.
• NYSERDA Partner Clean Energy Training Sites: See upcoming trainings for new and existing workers offered by training organizations that have been a part of NYSERDA’s Workforce Development and Training programs.
• Green Workforce Connect : Access resources for job seekers, employers, and educators to support the energy efficiency and weatherization careers of today and tomorrow.
• Clean Energy Siting Training and Resources: Discover trainings, guides, and tools for local governments to manage responsible clean energy development in their communities.
• Clean Heat Connect : Access a network of heat pump distributors and manufacturers offering installer resources, including trainings, sales and marketing strategies, and tools from NYSERDA, NEEP, and trusted partners.
• Energy Code Training and Resources: Explore training and resources to improve energy code enforcement and assist with local energy code adoption.
• Directory of Free Online Clean Energy Training: Explore free online clean energy training opportunities to expand your knowledge on a variety of clean energy categories.
• Building Science Education Solution Center : Review curated and free-to-use training materials on the fundamentals of building science and efficient buildings.
• National Institute of Building Sciences Whole Building Design Guide : Access up-to-date information and accredited trainings for industry and government practitioners on 'whole building' design techniques and technologies.
• Training Provider Resources: Find training materials to support clean energy training programs, including heat pump installer and technician training.
• Labor Market Data and Reports: Review state and national publications and websites for data and information on energy efficiency and clean energy workforce needs.