Albany, NY – Governor Kathy Hochul has announced the New York Power Authority (NYPA) has approved $13 million in funding to support Clean Energy Workforce development across New York State.
The funding, approved by NYPA’s Board of Trustees, includes $3 million to be directed to six Workforce Development Programs that will equip more than 450 New Yorkers with the training, job placement resources and technical skills needed for careers in New York’s growing Clean Energy Economy.
The awards also include $10 million that will support the New York State Department of Labor’s (NYSDOL) expanded training and retraining initiatives to prepare Workers for employment in Clean Energy Careers.
“Our Clean Energy future depends on the people who will build it and we’re committed to preparing them for the good‑paying careers of tomorrow,” Governor Hochul said. “This ($13 million) investment will open doors for New Yorkers, expanding access to valuable training, strengthening workforce pathways and helping communities across the State benefit from the momentum fueling our clean energy economy.”
Laborers Local 210 in Buffalo received $540,000, which will used to support a Pre‑Apprenticeship Program that provides certification‑based training for participants.
Laborers Local 17 in the Hudson Valley received $500,000, which will be used to strengthen Pre-ApprenticeshipÂ
Both Laborers’ programs build on proven models to expand access to skilled labor opportunities.
Last year, NYPA allocated more than $1 million in funding support to the Laborers’ existing workforce training initiative, stimulating the expansion of its Pre-Apprenticeship Program, which prepares Members of disadvantaged communities f
New York Power Authority Chairman John Koelmel said: “By supporting organizations that provide Apprenticeships and technical training, NYPA is strengthening New York’s talent pipeline and expanding opportunities for workers in communities across the State to gain the skills needed for high‑demand jobs in the growing Clean Energy Economy.”
New York State Commissioner of Labor Roberta Reardon said: “Creating clean energy infrastructure is both necessary and an economic opportunity for our State, creating thousands of jobs and strengthening local economies. I applaud Governor Hochul’s commitment to New York’s Clean Energy future. The New York State Department of Labor stands ready to provide the training and resources necessary to ensure our workforce is prepared to support the State’s clean energy development.”
To Read This Press Release In Its Entirety, Go To:Â Governor Hochul Announces $13 Million in NYPA Funding to Support Workforce Development and Prepare More Than 450 New Yorkers for Clean Energy Careers | Governor Kathy Hochul | New York State
