Heat Pump and HVAC Training Network
The Heat Pump and HVAC Training Network grant from the Massachusetts Clean Energy Center funds hands-on HVAC and heat pump technician training centers at community colleges to support clean energy workforce growth.
Funder: Massachusetts Clean Energy Center
Due Dates: March 18, 2026 (Strand A: Implementation Grants) | May 15, 2027 (Strand B: Additional Training Seats, rolling)
Funding Amounts: Strand A: $100,000–$1,200,000 per award (12–30 months) | Strand B: up to $500,000 per award (12–24 months); max $9,000/new entrant, $2,300/upskilling participant
Summary: Supports Massachusetts community colleges to establish or expand HVAC and heat pump training centers, boosting workforce capacity for climate-focused building upgrades.
Key Information: Only Massachusetts community colleges are eligible; equipment funding is only available under Strand A.
Description
This program, administered by the Massachusetts Clean Energy Center (MassCEC), provides grants and technical assistance to community colleges across Massachusetts to establish or upgrade HVAC and heat pump training centers. The initiative aims to address the critical shortage of skilled HVAC and heat pump technicians, supporting the Commonwealth’s climate and decarbonization goals by expanding the workforce pipeline for building retrofits and clean energy upgrades. Funding is available for both building training infrastructure (Strand A) and expanding training seat capacity (Strand B), with a focus on hands-on, in-person training, wraparound support services, and strong job placement outcomes.
