Workforce Development Programs and Resources

There are already more than 415,000 Americans across all 50 states that proudly make up the wind, solar, and energy storage workforce. These careers are some of the fastest growing occupations in the country – wind technicians are the country’s #1 fastest growing role, and solar installers are #3. Clean energy workers make 30% more than the national median wage, ensuring that they have access to good paying jobs that support them and their families.

To bridge the skills gap, educational institutions, online learning platforms, and industry associations can play a vital role. They can offer specialized training programs and certifications that equip individuals with the necessary skills and knowledge for climate tech roles. By investing in upskilling initiatives, both job seekers and employers can benefit from a more qualified talent pool and a smoother transition into the climate tech job market.

The California Municipal Utilities Association (CMUA) represents 82 publicly owned electric utilities, water agencies, and gas and oil services statewide. Together, CMUA members provide water service to 75 percent of Californians and electric service to 25 percent of the state.

Renewables set for a variable-speed takeoff as historic investment, competitiveness, and demand propel their development.

Jobs in the renewable energy sector are not just limited to manufacturing and installation. The industry’s expansion is projected to generate employment opportunities across diverse segments, including research and development, project management, grid integration, energy storage, and maintenance. A huge key to success in job creation will be reskilling the current workforce. The rapid growth of clean energy jobs over the last two years plus the Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act (IIJA) provisions – expected to boost annual wind and solar supply by more than double over the next few years – lead to the need for workforce professionals to adapt in order to keep up with the drive in massive job creation.

Did you know there is potential for more than 1.6 million new jobs to be created across America by the year 2030 to help build the country’s clean energy future? Of those 1.6 million jobs, some of the highest rates of job growth can be expected to come from Alaska, Wyoming, and Nevada. The states of California, Florida, and Texas will have the most job potential overall due to higher working-age populations.