What does this funding get me?
- Increase enrollment and participation in existing energy efficiency career skills training programs.
- Improve access to classroom instruction and on-the-job training opportunities for underserved, underrepresented, disadvantaged communities.
- Provide participants with the necessary skills and industry-recognized certifications required to pursue a career in the energy efficiency industry.
- Place participants in good jobs to ensure economic self-sufficiency and career success.
Am I eligible?
Nonprofit partnerships are eligible for funding via the Department of Energy’s Office of State & Community Energy Programs.
Per the provision language, this program requires nonprofit partnerships between the following entities:
- Industry; public or private employer
- Labor Unions and Organizations, Labor-Management Partnerships, and Worker Centers and Organizations
How can I access the money?
A prime recipient for this funding includes:
- Two applicants in a partnership where one applicant is identified as the lead applicant.
- The lead partner will:
- Identify the partnering industry/labor organization and if applicable the supporting potential partners in their applications.
- Establish a partnership that includes one of the entities described as required partners above to form the nonprofit partnership.
- Function as implementers, supporting the assessment of skill needs and workforce trends and working with employers to increase the number of workers in the energy workforce.
- The optional partner will support the prime recipient and complement the capacities of a potential prime recipient by providing extra assistance and management
- The lead partner will:
- Has the capacity to provide technical assistance and manage all program activities, including reporting, project, and program management, for a portfolio of sub-recipients.
What is the timeline?
Funding Opportunity Announcement applications were due February 27, 2024, at 5 p.m. EST. Stay tuned for more information.
What other incentives could I use to help me accomplish my goals?
For additional training assistance, the NC Clean Energy Technology Center provides numerous training programs and online/in-person courses related to renewable energy and energy efficiency. Click here for more information.
Where can I get more information?
- About the Career Skills Training Program
- For questions, email careerskillstraining@hq.doe.gov. Answers to questions received via email will be posted to the Excel spreadsheet BIL 40513 Q&A (found at the bottom of the linked page under Frequently Asked Questions).
- In addition to the resources listed above, a variety of organizations offer technical assistance that may help you access these funds. They are listed on our Get Help page.
- For specific questions on this program or for more assistance, contact Jessica Finkel at info@energyfundsforall.org.