Money talks, and California's energy efficiency financing programs are having all the right conversations. While these programs are relatively new kids on the EE block, they're solving the age-old problem that stops most customers in their tracks: "How am I going to pay for this?"
Money talks, and California's energy efficiency financing programs are having all the right conversations. While these programs are relatively new kids on the EE block, they're solving the age-old problem that stops most customers in their tracks: "How am I going to pay for this?"
As a national leader in clean energy innovation, California is ramping up investments in education and training to build a skilled workforce for the growing energy efficiency sector. From K–12 outreach to advanced certifications, inclusive programs are opening doors to green careers—especially for disadvantaged and underrepresented communities. These efforts are key to powering the state’s ambitious climate goals with equity at the forefront.
Money talks, and California's energy efficiency financing programs are having all the right conversations. While these programs are relatively new kids on the EE block, they're solving the age-old problem that stops most customers in their tracks: "How am I going to pay for this?"
As a national leader in clean energy innovation, California is ramping up investments in education and training to build a skilled workforce for the growing energy efficiency sector. From K–12 outreach to advanced certifications, inclusive programs are opening doors to green careers—especially for disadvantaged and underrepresented communities. These efforts are key to powering the state’s ambitious climate goals with equity at the forefront.
As energy-efficient technologies evolve—like heat pumps, induction cooking, and hydrogen-fueled equipment—so does the need for a skilled workforce to support them. One of the biggest challenges? A growing gap between innovation and the availability of trained professionals to install and maintain these systems. The good news: Solutions are emerging. From workforce development programs to industry partnerships, we’re seeing real momentum in bridging this gap.
California's workforce development programs might not deliver direct energy savings, but honey, they are absolutely serving the foundation for everything we do. From the California Conservation Corps training young adults in energy efficiency installations to community colleges developing EV infrastructure curriculum, these programs are building the skilled workforce that makes our clean energy dreams possible.
California’s industrial energy efficiency programs are key to building a cleaner, more sustainable future. As one of the nation’s most industrially active states, California faces high energy demands from its manufacturing and production sectors. By investing in smart, targeted efficiency initiatives, the state helps businesses cut energy costs while significantly reducing greenhouse gas emissions. These efforts not only support California’s ambitious climate goals but also fuel long-term economic growth rooted in sustainability.
