How can New York better support its energy efficiency and building electrification industry? BW Research partnered with NYSERDA to develop the Workforce Development Report on Energy Efficiency and Building Electrification (EE/BE). The report provides a comprehensive assessment of the state’s workforce, identifies businesses’ needs and challenges, and highlights opportunities to strengthen workforce development and support industry growth.
The assessment finds that New York State has a substantial workforce development infrastructure, but projected EE/BE growth will create targeted occupational and geographic challenges. The State Energy Plan modeling estimates demand for approximately 23,400 additional EE/BE workers between 2025 and 2035, with concentrated needs in residential building activities and several construction, weatherization, and installation occupations.
The assessment identifies opportunities to expand experiential learning,
target investments toward priority occupations, strengthen coordination among workforce stakeholders, improve access to wraparound services, and tailor workforce strategies to regional labor market conditions.
