Clean Energy Career Pathways Training (PON 6121)
Clean Energy Career Pathways Training (PON 6121) supports New York residents through technical training, career preparation, and job placement assistance to prepare them for entry-level clean energy careers.
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Funder: New York State Energy Research and Development Authority
Due Dates: November 24, 2026 (Round 4) | January 20, 2027 (Round 5) | March 24, 2027 (Round 6) | May 26, 2027 (Round 7) | July 21, 2027 (Round 8) | September 22, 2027 (Round 9) | November 23, 2027 (Round 10); all at 3 p.m. Eastern Time
Funding Amounts: $250,000–$1.5 million per project; $30 million total; projects completed within 30 months
Summary: Supports comprehensive training and employment pathways preparing New York residents for entry-level clean energy careers.
Key Information: At least 50% of trainees must meet Disadvantaged Communities and/or Priority Populations criteria.
Description
NYSERDA’s Clean Energy Career Pathways Training program funds projects that build or expand New York’s training infrastructure and prepare new workers for entry-level clean energy jobs. Programs must combine industry-driven technical training with career preparation, soft skills, wraparound supports, and job placement assistance. Curricula and program designs must respond to demonstrated business needs and align with employer and contractor requirements.
Energy efficiency and building electrification are the primary priorities, with approximately 80% of funding reserved for these areas. Other eligible fields include renewable energy, energy storage, smart grid, and electric vehicle charging station installation, operation, and maintenance. Supported activities include technical instruction, hands-on training equipment and labs, training of trainers, certification fees, and internships within comprehensive career pathways programs.
