New York Invests $5M in Clean Energy Job Training

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New York is investing $5 million through the New York Power Authority to support eight workforce development programs focused on training, job placement, and technical skills for clean energy careers. The funding will back initiatives across the state, from electric vehicle technician training to industrial maintenance and energy efficiency programs, with a focus on underserved populations.

Why it matters

As New York continues expanding its renewable energy infrastructure, the state is working to ensure it has a skilled workforce ready to fill in-demand roles in the growing green economy. This investment builds on an existing clean energy workforce of around 185,000 jobs statewide.

The details

The $5 million in funding will support a range of training programs, including electric vehicle technician training in New York City, industrial maintenance programs in the North Country, and energy efficiency training in the Hudson Valley. Several initiatives also target underserved populations, such as individuals recently released from incarceration, women entering the trades, and low-income communities.

• The funding was announced by Gov. Kathy Hochul on April 2, 2026.

What’s next

The New York Power Authority plans to invest up to $25 million annually in workforce development, with more than $50 million already committed to training programs across the state.