Technical Skills Training and Upskilling (PON 6122)
NYSERDA funds projects to expand technical skills training for clean energy workers and students in New York, focusing on energy efficiency, electrification, and other key sectors.
Funder: New York State Energy Research and Development Authority
Due Dates: September 30, 2030 (final deadline; first-come, first-served until funds are exhausted)
Funding Amounts: Total pool: $20 million | Individual awards: $75,000–$500,000 | Up to $2,500–$4,000 per trainee depending on project type
Summary: Supports the development and delivery of technical skills training and upskilling for clean energy workers and students across New York State.
Key Information: Applications reviewed monthly; funding is limited and awarded on a rolling, first-come, first-served basis.
Description
This funding opportunity from NYSERDA supports projects that build and expand training capacity for clean energy workers and students throughout New York State. The program targets technical skills training and upskilling in areas such as energy efficiency, building electrification, renewable energy, energy storage, smart grid, and electric vehicle charging stations. The goal is to address critical workforce gaps by subsidizing training costs, increasing access, and ensuring that training is industry-recognized and aligned with market needs.
Funding is available in two categories:
- Category 1: Delivery of existing training (scaling up or expanding current programs).
- Category 2: Development and delivery of new training (creating new or updated curricula to fill industry-recognized gaps).
Eligible projects must deliver formal, measurable training to New York State residents or employees of NYS-based firms, with a strong focus on energy efficiency and building electrification (75% of funds reserved for these areas). The program encourages projects that prioritize disadvantaged communities and priority populations.
