NYCHA Clean Energy Academy
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NYCHA Clean Energy Academy!
The NYCHA Clean Energy Academy seeks to meet the hiring needs of NYCHA’s energy efficiency and renewable energy contractors by connecting resident trainees to NYCHA contractors who will be performing nearly $500 million in retrofit and renewable energy projects at NYCHA developments through 2026. Working directly with potential employers, the Academy will maximize NYCHA resident hires by customizing the training curriculum around contractor needs and providing trainees with wrap-around services (such as mental health and other social services) to ensure they have the support necessary to succeed in their new careers and on the job site.
From 2022 - 2024, the Fund, in partnership with NYCHA and Laguardia Community College, hosted the first four NYCHA Clean Energy Academy cohorts. Now it’s your turn to join the FREE 8-week Clean Energy Academy to gain in-demand skills, certifications, and hands-on training in sustainability, building efficiency, and workforce readiness!
Program Schedule (3 Cohorts Available):
Cohort 1: March 31 - May 30, 2025 (Apply by: March 3, 2025)
Cohort 2: July 7 - September 5, 2025 (Apply by: July 1, 2025)
Cohort 3: September 22 - November 21, 2025 (Apply by: September 16, 2025)
Program Benefits:
✔ Job placement support after completion
✔ Hands-on training in clean energy careers
✔ $1,500 stipend for participation
✔ MetroCard provided for transportation
✔ No experience required—just a commitment to learning!
Join us for an Info Session to Learn More!
Eligibility Requirements:
NYCHA and Section 8 residents
Age 18+ (some exceptions may apply)
8-week commitment required
Interest in clean energy careers
Thank you to our partners, NYCHA, Solar One, HSBC, New York Power Authority, and Kinetic Communities Consulting.
Questions? Contact us!
📞 Morissa Morris: 929-343-2696
📞 Danny Martinez: 718-500-0172
The NYCHA Clean Energy Academy is generously funded by HSBC and New York Power Authority (NYPA).
Congratulations to the first graduating class of NYCHA Clean Energy Academy! Read the press release here.
Congratulations to the second graduating class of NYCHA Clean Energy Academy! Read the press release here.